Saint Paul preaching in Athens 1543 - 1553

"Saint Paul preaching in Athens" is a drawing by the Italian artist Andrea Schiavone, also known as Andrea Meldola, completed sometime between 1543 and 1553. This drawing depicts a scene from the Bible, specifically the story of Saint Paul preaching the Gospel in Athens to a crowd of captivated listeners. The drawing captures the intensity of the moment, with Saint Paul standing tall and gesturing dramatically as he speaks. The crowd is rendered with great detail, their faces expressing a range of emotions, from awe to skepticism. This drawing, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into Schiavone's mastery of draftsmanship and his ability to convey religious themes through compelling imagery.