The Conversion of the Proconsul c.1515-6
Bodycolour on paper, mounted on canvas | 342.0 x 446.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 912948
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A cartoon for the tapestry of The Conversion of the Proconsul for the Sistine chapel. Sergius Paulus is seated at the centre in a classical interior; Elymas is staggering blind to the right while St Paul is gesturing at left; onlookers are standing on either side.
Provenance
Purchased by Charles I (when Prince of Wales), 1623; on loan to the Victoria and Albert Museum since 1865
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Medium and techniques
Bodycolour on paper, mounted on canvas
Measurements
342.0 x 446.0 cm (whole object)
Other number(s)
RL 12948Alternative title(s)
The Blinding of Elymas