The Conversion Of Saint Paul (saul Falling From His Horse), Oil On Panel, 17th Century.

The painting, an oil on panel depicting the conversion of Saint Paul (Saul falling from his horse), is attributed to the Emilian school; stylistically, it draws on the great Carracci tradition and 17th-century naturalism, although Northern European and Flemish influences are also evident. The work captures the dramatic moment when the future apostle, clad in armor and wrapped in a bright red cloak that stands out against the somber tones of the scene, lies on the ground next to a rearing white horse, while the soldiers react with bewilderment beneath a sky pierced by flashes of light. The painting, characterized by strong chiaroscuro contrasts, is framed by an 18th-century gilded “Gandolfina”-style frame that was later adapted to the wooden panel. From a conservation standpoint, the work appears to be in good overall condition. The overall dimensions are 40 x 49 cm including the frame, while the panel itself measures 24 x 34 cm.