The Stoning of Saint Stephen

by Charles Le Brun (1651)
Peinture de la lapidation de saint Etienne par Charles le Brun

This May painting, created in 1651 by Charles Le Brun, one of the greatest French classical painters, was offered by the guild of goldsmiths. It depicts the stoning of Saint Stephen, a deacon and the first martyr for his faith.

Not on display:

Stored in reserve, outside the cathedral