Saints Peter and Paul
Bartolomeo Manfredi
key Notes:
Chiaroscuro contrast, Apostolic figures
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Dimensions:
21 7/8 × 28 1/4 in. (55.6 × 71.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:
"Saints Peter and Paul," created by Bartolomeo Manfredi in 1629, depicts the two apostles in a dramatic chiaroscuro style characteristic of the Caravaggisti. The painting is notable for its emotional intensity and the use of naturalism, reflecting the influence of Caravaggio on Manfredi's work.
Description of the work:
"Saints Peter and Paul" by Bartolomeo Manfredi, created in 1629, features a dramatic interplay of light and shadow characteristic of the tenebrist style, highlighting the figures of the saints in a moment of spiritual significance. The composition is marked by a rich color palette and dynamic poses, with Peter depicted holding keys and Paul with a sword, emphasizing their roles as foundational figures in Christianity.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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