Polyptych of St. Peter (St. Ercolano) 1500

"Polyptych of St. Peter (St. Ercolano)" is a painting created in 1500 by Italian Renaissance artist Pietro Perugino. The artwork depicts a single, life-sized figure of St. Peter, holding a book in his left hand and a crosier in his right. St. Peter is dressed in a green robe, a red cape, and a mitre, signifying his position as the first Pope of the Christian Church. The composition, with the figure prominently featured against a dark background, evokes the classic style of Perugino, a student of Piero della Francesca, who is known for his clear and balanced depictions of religious subjects. The serene expression on the saint’s face and the meticulous detail in the rendering of his attire reflect the artist's mastery of Renaissance techniques.