Saint Peter being released from prison by the angel 1650 - 1670

"Saint Peter being released from prison by the angel" is an etching by Girolamo Pedrignani, an Italian artist who lived from 1625 to 1650. This piece, created between 1650 and 1670, depicts the biblical story of St. Peter's miraculous release from prison, where an angel guides him to freedom as guards sleep. Pedrignani's dramatic use of light and shadow, coupled with the detailed rendering of figures and architectural elements, creates a powerful and emotive scene that continues to resonate with viewers today. This etching, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Pedrignani's skill as a draftsman and his mastery of the etching technique.