The artwork entitled “Martyrdom of Saint Justina,” created by Paolo Veronese between 1570 and 1575, is an oil painting on canvas. It belongs to the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) art movement and measures 103 by 113 centimeters. It is a religious painting housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
The artwork portrays a dramatic scene of the martyrdom of Saint Justina, depicted with great emotion and detail. At the center, Saint Justina is shown kneeling with a pained but serene expression, surrounded by figures who illustrate the tense and somber atmosphere of the moment. The rich, dark colors and dynamic composition, typical of Veronese’s style, draw the viewer’s attention to the intense interplay of light and shadow. The background features architectural elements and a sky rendered with meticulous attention, juxtaposed with the emotional turmoil of the foreground figures. The elaborate clothing and distinct expressions capture the gravity of the scene, embodying the heightened emotional and aesthetic sensibilities characteristic of the Mannerist period.
