De bekering van Paulus 1565 - 1630

This etching, titled "De bekering van Paulus" by Italian artist Antonio Tempesta, depicts the biblical event of Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus. A bright light shines down from the sky, where a host of angels appear, while Paul falls from his horse. Tempesta was known for his mastery of detail, evident in the horses, armor, and landscape of this work. It is a dynamic and dramatic depiction of a pivotal moment in Christian history, reflecting the religious fervor of the artist's time. The etching is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and measures 365 mm by 480 mm.