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Saint Paul Baptizing the Eunuch

Sébastien Bourdon

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing showing figures and a horse. Several figures are depicted in what seems to be a significant moment, with a group under a tree in the foreground. A horse is included on the right, and the background displays dramatic cloud formations. Architectural elements are visible on the left. The drawing exhibits detailed line work typical of engravings depicting historic events.

Artwork Details

Date
1637/1642
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3920 × 5137 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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