Saint Paul Speaking before King Agrippa (Acts 26) 1573

This 1573 drawing by Giorgio Vasari depicts Saint Paul speaking before King Agrippa, as referenced in the Book of Acts in the Bible. The drawing is characterized by the artist's distinctive Renaissance style, and portrays Saint Paul with dramatic gesture, highlighting his impassioned defense of Christianity. The architectural details of the background, evocative of a classical setting, further reinforce the significance of the scene and the weight of the moment. This drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the Italian Renaissance's fascination with religious narrative and classical aesthetics.