Conversion of St. Paul
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a chaotic scene with a group of people and horses tangled in action. One man on the ground clutches his head, while others around him swing weapons or grab at each other. The sky is dark with swirling clouds, and a bright light shines down from above, making the figures look dramatic and tense. The title at the bottom says *Conversion of St. Paul*, which hints this might be a story from the Bible. The artist used deep shadows and strong contrasts to make the scene feel intense. Look up chiaroscuro to see how this dramatic lighting works in other art.
