The Blinding of Elymas

Sir James Thornhill’s monumental ‘The Blinding of Elymas’ captures a dramatic biblical scene with Paul confronting the sorcerer Elymas. This 18th-century copy of Raphael's cartoons showcases Thornehill’s skill and offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of art history.

sir james thornhill

Sir James Thornhill (1675-1734) was a leading English Baroque painter known for large-scale murals, including the Painted Hall at Greenwich and St Paul's Cathedral dome. His historical and allegorical works reflect the era's political and artistic tr

Royal Academy of Arts

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