The Legend of St. Ursula and the 11,000 virgins
The Carpaccio cycle: Accademia, Venice


8. The Martyrdom of the Pilgrims and the Funeral of St Ursula.
   A picture in two halves. On the left side of the flagpole the martyrdom is taking place, though the violence is less explicit than in other versions.  The elegant archer in the centre of the picture is aiming his bow at Ursula. 
  On the right of the right of the flagpole Ursula is carried to her tomb with due solemnity. 


9. The Apotheosis of St Ursula and her Followers.


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