Saint Sebastian (Bernini)

Sculpture by Gianlorenzo Bernini From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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]

Year1617–18
Catalogue4
TypeSculpture
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Saint Sebastian
ArtistGian Lorenzo Bernini
Year1617–18
Catalogue4
TypeSculpture
MediumMarble
SubjectSaint Sebastian
Dimensions98 x 42 cm
LocationThyssen-Bornemisza Museum (Carmen Cervera collection), Madrid
Coordinates40°24′58″N 3°41′42″W
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