Chest with Relief Figures of Saints Sebastian and Blaise

early 16th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 305

The front panel shows the martyrdom of Saint Sebastian between two men aiming long and cross bows and the figure of Saint Blaise, who was later tortured and martyred.

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Title: Chest with Relief Figures of Saints Sebastian and Blaise
Date: early 16th century
Culture: Italian
Medium: Pine, iron mounts
Dimensions: Overall: 28 1/4 x 81 1/8 x 19 in. (71.8 x 206.1 x 48.3 cm)
Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
Credit Line: Gift of George Blumenthal, 1941
Object Number: 41.100.165
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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