The Crucifixion with Scenes of the Martyrdom of the Apostles

About the Art

A central image of Christ's Crucifixion is surrounded by depictions of the martyrdoms of Christ's twelve apostles (clockwise from the upper left corner: Peter, Matthew, Andrew, James Major, John the Evangelist, Thomas, James Minor, Philip, Bartholomew, Simon, Mark and Paul). The work reinforces the concept of Christ's sacrifice, through which believers are offered redemption, and that of his apostles who gave their lives to spread Christ's message.

FEATURED IMAGE
Frans Francken the Younger (Flemish, 1581–1642), The Crucifixion with Scenes of the Martyrdom of the Apostles, about 1630, oil on oak panel 34 1/2 x 27 3/4 inches (62.2 x 70.5 cm), inner panel 21 1/8 x 14 1/4 inches (53.7 x 36.2 cm). Gift of Mr. Robert Badenhop, 1954.15