The Preaching of St. Paul at Ephesus
- Artist
- Eustache Le Sueur
- Date
- 1649
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Louvre
"The Preaching of St. Paul at Ephesus" is a compelling religious painting by Eustache Le Sueur, a prominent French artist and a founder of the French Academy of Painting. Exhibiting characteristics of the Baroque style, the artwork captures a dramatic and dynamic scene with vivid storytelling. Created on a canvas and often executed in Oil techniques, it exemplifies Le Sueur’s mastery of religious themes typical of the religious painting genre. His neoclassical influence is evident in the balanced composition and refined details that highlight his role as a leading exponent of Parisian Atticism.
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