The artwork, titled “Stoning of St. Stephen,” was created by Giorgio Vasari between the years 1569 and 1571. It belongs to the Mannerism movement, which is also known as the Late Renaissance, and is categorized as a religious painting.
In the artwork, the dramatic scene of St. Stephen’s martyrdom unfolds in a dynamic and intense composition, characteristic of the Mannerist style. The central figure, St. Stephen, is depicted kneeling with arms raised in a gesture of surrender, looking upwards toward the heavens amidst a tumultuous crowd. Surrounding him are figures poised to hurl stones, caught in various states of tension and movement. Above, the celestial realm is portrayed with angelic beings and divine figures looking down upon the scene, reinforcing the spiritual significance of the moment. The architectural elements and dark palette further enhance the solemn and dramatic atmosphere of this powerful religious tableau.
