Apostel Petrus 1669 - 1722

This black chalk drawing of Saint Peter by Dutch Baroque artist Adriaen van der Werff is part of a series of drawings featuring the twelve apostles. The drawing depicts the apostle holding a key, a symbol of his role as the keeper of the keys to heaven. This work displays the artist's precise, detailed style, and showcases the naturalism of his depictions of human figures. The drawing, created in the late 17th-early 18th centuries, is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing van der Werff's talent for capturing subtle expressions and minute details.