Miraculous Draught of Fishes 1515

Raphael's "Miraculous Draught of Fishes" (1515) depicts a pivotal moment in the life of Jesus Christ. This painting, now in the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London, shows Jesus, seated in a boat, reaching out to Peter, who is pulling in a net overflowing with fish. The scene references the New Testament passage where Jesus miraculously fills the disciples' nets with fish after a night of fruitless fishing. Raphael's masterful portrayal of this event is a testament to his ability to combine realism with religious imagery, creating a powerful and evocative work of art.