The Triumph of the Church

Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Artwork: The Triumph of the Church
Description: The painting depicts the triumph of the Catholic Church over paganism. In the center of the composition is a golden chariot carrying the personification of the Church, surrounded by angels and saints. On the left side of the chariot, a group of women representing the Old Testament are being led by Moses. On the right side, a group of men representing the New Testament are being led by Saint Paul. At the bottom of the painting, a group of defeated pagans are being trampled underfoot by the Church’s followers.
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