The Expulsion of Heliodorus 1861

Eugène Delacroix's "The Expulsion of Heliodorus" (1861) is a dramatic fresco depicting a scene from the Old Testament. The work, located in the church of Saint-Sulpice in Paris, portrays the expulsion of Heliodorus, a Roman official who was attempting to seize temple treasures. The artist uses dynamic composition and vibrant colors to depict the chaos of the scene, with the central figure of Heliodorus being thrown from his horse and surrounded by angels. The fresco is a powerful example of Delacroix's skill in depicting historical events with both drama and religious devotion.