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The Conversion of Saint Paul

Laurent de La Hyre

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene with celestial and terrestrial figures. The scene shows armed individuals engaged in a skirmish on the ground, while a powerful bearded figure emerges from the clouds above, surrounded by small cherubic forms. The drawing is intense, with swirling clouds and strong diagonal lines suggesting movement and conflict. Details in the drawing show the artist's skill in depicting human and animal forms in motion.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1637
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3451 × 4651 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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