The Denying of Peter (detail) 1636

"The Denying of Peter (detail)" is a 1636 painting by Dutch Golden Age painter Jan Miense Molenaer, currently housed in the Budapest Museum of Fine Arts. The painting depicts a detail from the biblical story of Peter denying Jesus, with a focus on a man holding cards in his hand and denying his association with Christ. This painting showcases Molenaer's ability to capture the nuances of human emotion through the realism of his brushstrokes. The man's facial expression reflects his anxiety and guilt, while his hand gestures suggest a desperate attempt to avoid detection. This detail from the larger artwork provides a poignant glimpse into the complexities of faith and human fallibility.