Saint Justa and Saint Rufina, Murillo

Justa and Rufina are two saints, daughters of a potter, born in the 3rd century, in the current territory of Seville which was then governed by the Romans. From the 3rd century, daughters of a potter and martyrs.

In the work, Saint Justa is seen on the right and Rufina, 2 years younger than the former, on the left. The canvas displays clay pots on the ground in reference to the family business. The tower of the bell tower of Seville, now the Giralda of the Cathedral, because they are attributed the miracle that, in the earthquake of 1504, it remained standing. Also palms in the hands of each one, indicating their death by martyrdom, which occurred because both refused to recognize the Roman gods.