Saint Sebastian (Bernini)
Sculpture by Gianlorenzo Bernini
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Saint Sebastian is an early sculpture by the Italian artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Executed in 1617 and 1618, it features the Christian martyr Saint Sebastian pinned to a tree, his flesh filled with arrows. It is smaller than life size. The sculpture is part of the Carmen Cervera's private collection and is currently shown in the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza in Madrid.[1]
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| Artist | Gian Lorenzo Bernini |
| Year | 1617–18 |
| Catalogue | 4 |
| Type | Sculpture |
| Medium | Marble |
| Subject | Saint Sebastian |
| Dimensions | 98 x 42 cm |
| Location | Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (Carmen Cervera collection), Madrid |
| Coordinates | 40°24′58″N 3°41′42″W |
