Christ Between Saints Peter and Paul 1545 - 1619
hieronymusjeromewierix
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, engraving
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engraving
"Christ Between Saints Peter and Paul" (1545-1619) is a small engraving by Hieronymus Wierix, depicting a scene from the Bible. The composition shows Christ, radiating light, seated above the kneeling figures of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. Peter holds the keys of heaven, while Paul holds a book. The scene is set against a simple background, emphasizing the spiritual focus of the piece. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and the dramatic lighting create a sense of awe and reverence, typical of Wierix’s printmaking style during the Renaissance. The engraving was likely meant for private devotion or as a small, personal devotional piece.
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