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REMBRANDT Harmenszoon van Rijn: Paul and Barnabas at Lystra

🖼 Paul and Barnabas at Lystra, c. 1637
Red chalk
295 × 443 cm
Bayonne, France

Apostles Paul and Barnabas stand amid a chaotic crowd in an ancient temple, rendered in dramatic chiaroscuro with dynamic brushwork and rich golden tones. The scene captures the biblical moment of mistaken worship, showcasing Rembrandt's masterful narrative composition and psychological depth in religious storytelling.

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