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THE CRYPT

This is an exhibition of paintings and sculptures covering about 1000 years of Western culture, dedicated to a special topic:

Female Christian Martyrs

and their representation in art

Note: The works of art shown here have been — and still are — decorations of churches, monastries, or residences of Christian nobility. Most of them are rather old and have been viewed and admired by thousands of pious Christians — even by children.

But: Some of the exhibits show rather cruel scenes, and some even show the martyrs clothed in a less than perfect way. If you are afraid that viewing such pictures might disturb your peace of mind, please hit the RETURN button of your browser.

Otherwise: Be welcome and enter through the picture!
(Locate the crypt entrance in the picture and click on it!)