{"product_id":"the-death-of-sapphira-nicolas-poussin","title":"The Death of Sapphira - Nicolas Poussin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classical Baroque history painting by Nicolas Poussin, depicting the biblical narrative of the judgement of Sapphira within a structured architectural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicolas Poussin painted The Death of Sapphira in 1652, drawing upon the biblical narrative found in the Acts of the Apostles. The scene depicts the immediate aftermath of the divine judgement passed upon Sapphira, who falls to the ground after being confronted by Saint Peter. Poussin organises the composition with a clear, rational structure, placing the figures within a classical architectural setting that reflects his interest in Roman antiquity and the works of Raphael.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is divided into two distinct groups. On the right, Saint Peter stands with an authoritative gesture, his arm extended towards the fallen woman. He is accompanied by other apostles, their expressions conveying a sense of solemnity and moral weight. On the left, the focus shifts to the human reaction: onlookers and family members gather around the collapsed figure of Sapphira. Their poses are varied, capturing a range of emotions from shock to grief, yet they remain contained within the measured, theatrical space Poussin favoured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is carefully balanced, with the deep reds and ochres of the drapery providing a sense of gravity. The light is clear and even, illuminating the figures against the backdrop of a structured, urban environment. Poussin avoids excessive ornamentation, preferring to focus on the clarity of the narrative and the psychological interaction between the characters. The geometric precision of the floor tiles and the receding buildings in the background guide the eye through the scene, maintaining a sense of order that is characteristic of his mature style. This work demonstrates his ability to translate complex theological themes into a visual language that is both readable and emotionally resonant, without relying on superfluous detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/self-portrait-as-the-allegory-of-painting-artemisia-gentileschi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting - Artemisia Gentileschi — Artemisia Gentileschi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nicolas Poussin","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877148496207,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877318725967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877318758735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877318791503,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877318824271,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Death-of-Sapphira_Poster_CompositorV1_1790302904895.jpg?v=1790305115","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/products\/the-death-of-sapphira-nicolas-poussin","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}