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Paul Mellier Collection

"Paul Mellier: A Glimpse into the World of Saints and Icons" Step into the enchanting world of Paul Mellier, where saints come to life through his exquisite portraits

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, Saint Contran, King of Orleans, with crown and sword

Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, Saint Contran, King of Orleans, with crown and sword
6339048 Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, Saint Contran, King of Orleans, with crown and sword by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, Saint Contran)

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus, within a decorative border

Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus, within a decorative border
6339045 Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus, within a decorative border by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus)

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases

Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers
6339038 Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers, foliage and gilt by Desportes

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint John of Matha, founder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity, with halo

Portrait of Saint John of Matha, founder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity, with halo, in Crusader robes
6339032 Portrait of Saint John of Matha, founder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity, with halo, in Crusader robes, holding shackles of freed Christians by Desportes

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria, Patriarch of Alexandria, with halo and robe

Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria, Patriarch of Alexandria, with halo and robe, within decorative border of foliage
6339028 Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria, Patriarch of Alexandria, with halo and robe, within decorative border of foliage by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria)

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of St. Genevieve

Portrait of St. Genevieve
6339017 Portrait of St. Genevieve by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of St. Genevieve, patron saint of Paris, 422-521, with halo)

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Gregory, Pope Gregory I, with triregnum or triple crown, and Papal ferula

Portrait of Saint Gregory, Pope Gregory I, with triregnum or triple crown, and Papal ferula, within a decorative border
6339042 Portrait of Saint Gregory, Pope Gregory I, with triregnum or triple crown, and Papal ferula, within a decorative border by Desportes

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Agatha of Sicily, martyr and virgin, with Bible, palm frond and halo

Portrait of Saint Agatha of Sicily, martyr and virgin, with Bible, palm frond and halo
6339030 Portrait of Saint Agatha of Sicily, martyr and virgin, with Bible, palm frond and halo, within decorative border of foliage by Desportes

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible

Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt
6339040 Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas)

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Martinian, hermit of Caesarea in Palestine, with halo

Portrait of Saint Martinian, hermit of Caesarea in Palestine, with halo, reading Bible leaning against a human skull
6339035 Portrait of Saint Martinian, hermit of Caesarea in Palestine, with halo, reading Bible leaning against a human skull, within decorative border of curtains and foliage by Desportes

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr, with halo and palm frond within decorative border

Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr, with halo and palm frond within decorative border
6339025 Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr, with halo and palm frond within decorative border by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr)

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Anthony, Antony the Great, with Bible and human skull in a decorative border of

Portrait of Saint Anthony, Antony the Great, with Bible and human skull in a decorative border of foliage and pearls
6339023 Portrait of Saint Anthony, Antony the Great, with Bible and human skull in a decorative border of foliage and pearls by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Anthony)

Background imagePaul Mellier Collection: Portrait of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, with mitre and crook

Portrait of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, with mitre and crook, within decorative border of foliage
6339020 Portrait of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, with mitre and crook, within decorative border of foliage by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Hilary)



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"Paul Mellier: A Glimpse into the World of Saints and Icons" Step into the enchanting world of Paul Mellier, where saints come to life through his exquisite portraits. In "Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, " we witness the regal presence of this holy figure, adorned with a crown and sword, symbolizing his reign as King of Orleans. Moving on to "Portrait of Saint Joseph, " Mellier captures the tender bond between him and the infant Jesus within an ornate decorative border. The delicate brushstrokes bring out their divine connection, reminding us of Joseph's role as a protector and guardian. Saint Matthew takes center stage in another masterpiece by Mellier. With a radiant halo above his head and holding a sacred scroll, he is surrounded by intricate vases, flowers, foliage, and gilt in a mesmerizing decorative border. This portrayal truly encapsulates Matthew's significance as one of Christ's apostles. Mellier then turns our attention to Saint John of Matha, founder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity. Dressed in Crusader robes and clutching shackles that represent freed Christians, he stands tall with a halo shining brightly above him—a testament to his unwavering dedication to helping those in need. Cyril of Alexandria graces another portrait by Mellier; his robe billows around him while he gazes serenely at us from within an elaborate foliage-filled frame. As Patriarch of Alexandria, Cyril played an instrumental role in shaping early Christian theology. In yet another captivating work by Mellier, we encounter St. Genevieve—a beacon for Parisians during times of hardship—her image radiating strength amidst adversity. Pope Gregory I comes alive under Mellier's skilled hand; wearing the triregnum or triple crown along with Papal ferula (staff), he sits majestically within an intricately designed decorative border—an homage to his influential papacy.