Paulus the Apostle defending himself at the Trial in Caesarea

1650

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Paulus the Apostle defending himself at the Trial in Caesarea is a 1650 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The painting depicts a scene of a man standing in front of a group of people, with his right arm raised and his left hand holding a book. He is wearing a white robe and a laurel wreath on his head. The background is dark, with a few objects scattered around the floor. In the foreground, there are several objects that catch the eye, including a helmet and a sword. The man's expression is one of confidence and authority, as if he is addressing the group with conviction. This painting is reminiscent of the works of 805_person, an artist known for their dramatic and emotive depictions of historical scenes.