The Delivery of the Keys to Saint Peter 1660

"The Delivery of the Keys to Saint Peter" is a drawing by Jan Boeckhorst dating to 1660, depicting the moment when Christ grants Saint Peter the keys to Heaven. The scene is characterized by its dramatic dynamism, with Christ standing above a kneeling Saint Peter, who reaches out to receive the keys. The composition is further emphasized by the presence of angels and a group of onlookers in the background, creating a sense of awe and reverence. The artwork currently resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.