Saint John the Baptist as a child 1863

Paul Dubois's marble sculpture, "Saint John the Baptist as a child", depicts the biblical figure as a young boy, standing with his right arm raised and pointing upwards. The sculpture, created in 1863, exemplifies the Neoclassical style with its emphasis on idealized forms and a focus on the human figure. John, with his simple loincloth and a staff, represents a stark contrast to the opulence often associated with religious figures. This piece, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, stands as a testament to Dubois's mastery in depicting religious narratives through idealized realism.