Saint Peter Healing the Lame 1722 - 1750

Johann Lorenz Haid’s “Saint Peter Healing the Lame” (1722-1750) is a red chalk drawing that depicts the biblical story of Saint Peter healing a lame man. The drawing features a dramatic composition, with Saint Peter reaching out to the man while a crowd of onlookers watches. The drawing, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a powerful example of Haid's skill as a draftsman. The artist's detailed depiction of the figures and the dynamic movement of the composition create a sense of immediacy and drama.