The Temptation of Saint Anthony c. 1832

"The Temptation of Saint Anthony" (c. 1832) by Paul Delaroche depicts a dramatic scene from the life of the Christian saint. The painting shows Saint Anthony, an ascetic monk, surrounded by a group of seductive women, symbolizing the temptations that he faced. Anthony's resolute expression, contrasted with the alluring figures, showcases the strength of his faith and his resistance to temptation. This work exemplifies Delaroche's Romantic style, characterized by its emotive subject matter and dramatic composition, popular in the early 19th century.