S. Peter døber Centurion Cornelius. (Apostelhist. 10, 47-48). 1671 - 1738

This drawing by Dutch artist Hendrik Krock depicts the biblical scene of Saint Peter baptizing the Roman centurion Cornelius, as told in the Book of Acts (10:47-48). The drawing, executed in brown wash and heightened with white, is a preparatory study for a larger painting. It is housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark. Krock's dynamic composition and expressive figures emphasize the dramatic moment when Cornelius, kneeling before Peter, receives the sacrament of baptism. The drawing reflects the strong influence of Italian Baroque art on Krock's style.