Design for a Wall of the Chapel of Revealed Religion c. 1780

This design for a wall of a chapel by Benjamin West from around 1780, features a series of five scenes from the New Testament. In the central panel, Jesus is depicted ascending to heaven, flanked by scenes of his earthly ministry. The design is a detailed and intricate composition, typical of West's neoclassical style. The artwork's focus on religious themes and the use of classical elements were highly influential in the development of American art in the late 18th century.