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Martyrdom of St. Andrew

painting by Bourdon
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The painting "Martyrdom of St. Andrew" was created by Sébastien Bourdon, a French painter known for his landscapes and historical/religious works. Bourdon was commissioned to paint St. Andrew's martyrdom for the chapter of the Church of Saint-André in Chartres. St. Andrew, one of Jesus's Twelve Apostles, is traditionally depicted as being martyred by crucifixion on an X-shaped cross. Bourdon was a founder of the French Royal Academy and was known for his ability to imitate various artistic styles.123

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