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Aureliano Milani (1675-1749)
The Martyrdom of a female Saint
RCIN 906743
Aureliano Milani (1675-1749)
The Martyrdom of a female Saint
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A drawing of a saint, kneeling on a mound about to be beheaded by an executioner with his sword raised. A flying putto hovering above proffers a palm and a wreath. Soldiers watch the grisly proceedings.
Provenance
Probably acquired by George III in 1762 as part of the collection of Cardinal Alessandro Albani; listed in George III's 'Inventory A,' c.1800, p.128 ('Moderna Schuola Romana / Tom. II.'): '30. Of Bacicia Galli, Lazzaro Baldi, Baglione &ca:'
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