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Sketch for the Conversion of St. Paul for the dome of St
XYC150281 Sketch for the Conversion of St. Paul for the dome of St. Pauls Cathedral (red chalk on brown paper) by Thornhill, James (1675-1734); 24.1x29.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: struck down by light from Heaven; ); English, out of copyright
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This sketch by James Thornhill, titled "Sketch for the Conversion of St. Paul for the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral" transports us to a pivotal moment in religious history. Rendered with red chalk on brown paper, this 24.1x29.2 cm print showcases Thornhill's exceptional talent and attention to detail. The scene depicted is none other than St. Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus, an event that forever changed his life and shaped Christianity as we know it today. Struck down by a divine light from Heaven, the apostle is shown in mid-fall, his body contorted with astonishment and awe. Thornhill masterfully captures the intensity of this transformative encounter through his skillful use of shading and composition. The dramatic contrast between light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the drawing, emphasizing both the physical impact of Paul's fall and the spiritual revelation he experiences. This artwork serves as a study for Thornhill's larger masterpiece intended for St. Paul's Cathedral dome—a testament to its significance within British art history. Housed at Yale Center for British Art as part of the esteemed Paul Mellon Collection, this print invites viewers into a profound moment where faith meets destiny. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded not only of St. Paul's extraordinary journey but also of our own capacity for transformation when confronted with divine intervention or personal epiphanies along life’s winding roads.
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