The Centurion Cornelius at the feet of Saint Peter

by Aubin Vouet (1639)

A May painting created in 1639 by Aubin Vouet, offered by the guild of goldsmiths. It depicts Saint Peter lifting up Cornelius the centurion, a new convert, as he knelt before him. Saint Peter signifies that he is only a man and that all acts of worship belong to God alone. Learn more

Not on display:
Stored in reserve, outside the cathedral

The Descent of the Holy Spirit

by Jacques Blanchard (1634)

A May painting created in 1634 by Jacques Blanchard, offered by the guild of goldsmiths. Learn more. Learn more

Not on display:
Stored in reserve, outside the cathedral

Saint Paul Blinds the False Prophet Bar-Jesus and Converts Proconsul Sergius

by Nicolas Loir (1650)

A May painting from 1650 by Nicolas Loir, offered by the goldsmiths’ guild.

 

Not on display:
Stored in reserve, outside the cathedral

The Flagellation of Saint Paul and Saint Silas

by Louis Testelin (1655)

A May painting from 1655 by Louis Testelin, offered by the goldsmiths’ guild.

 

Not on display:
Stored in reserve, outside the cathedral

Saint Andrew Rejoicing at the Sight of His Martyrdom

by Gabriel Blanchard le Neuveu (1670)

A May painting from 1670 by Gabriel Blanchard, offered by the goldsmiths’ guild. The painting shows the moment when the apostle sees the cross of his martyrdom, filled with trust and joy.

Not on display:
Stored in reserve, outside the cathedral