London's National Gallery will exhibit The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula by Caravaggio, showcasing the story of Saint Ursula and the 11,000 virgins who faced a tragic fate at the hands of the Huns.
Caravaggio's painting depicts Saint Ursula's martyrdom with details like her servant trying to block the arrow and a self-portrait of the painter witnessing the scene.
The marketing campaign for the exhibit identifies The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula as Caravaggio's last painting, although some doubts have arisen regarding this claim due to the completion date.
The painting was completed on May 11, 1610, two months before Caravaggio's death, leading to questions about its true status as his final work.
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