St Paul Healing the Cripple at Lystra by Karel Dujardin. A bearded man in vibrant orange and red robes gestures toward a kneeling man on crutches, surrounded by several witnesses under a cloudy sky.

St Paul Healing the Cripple at Lystra

Karel Dujardin

1663 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic Baroque masterpiece depicting a miraculous healing with striking contrast and emotional intensity.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.

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Living Room · Library · Dining Room
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Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
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Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1663 by the Dutch artist Karel Dujardin, this monumental work depicts the biblical account of St. Paul healing a man in Lystra. The composition is characterized by bold primary colors, particularly the saint's vivid orange and red garments, and a masterful use of light that emphasizes the central miracle amidst a crowd of curious onlookers.

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