Saint Peter 1413

Filippo Brunelleschi’s “Saint Peter,” a marble sculpture dating back to 1413, showcases the artist’s mastery of Early Renaissance sculpture. This captivating piece, housed in a niche with intricate architectural details, depicts the saint standing with a book and holding a key, symbolizing his role as the first pope. Brunelleschi, renowned for his innovative use of perspective and his contributions to the construction of the Florence Duomo, infused his sculptural works with realism and a sense of classical proportion. The intricate detail and expressive pose of "Saint Peter" demonstrate his mastery of the art form.