Saint Paul Driving Out Evil Spirits

Philip Galle after Jan van der Straet

National Gallery of Art

This is a detailed engraving of a classical setting with various figures in motion and distress. The background features architecture, columns, and buildings. The foreground shows dynamic figures engaged in different activities or states of distress. Some figures appear to be moving quickly, while others are seen in conversation. There is a depiction of smoke or fire on the left, along with figures in action, adding urgency to the scene. The intricate details in clothing, gestures, and facial expressions convey a sense of emotion and turmoil. The architecture with arches and columns adds depth and historical context to the image.