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The Ecstasy of St Paul
Nicolas Poussin
1649 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dramatic Baroque masterpiece by Nicolas Poussin depicting the visionary ascent of Saint Paul.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with lively force with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best with clear wall contrast
- Color notes
- Soft gray, Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted in 1649, this work by French Baroque master Nicolas Poussin illustrates the apostle Paul being carried into the heavens by three angels. The composition is characterized by its dynamic upward movement and a rich palette of primary colors, set against the architecture and serene vistas of a classical landscape.
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