St. Peter from De Biblie vth der vthlegginge Doctoris Martini Luthers, plate 27 from Woodcuts from Books of the XVI Century by Erhard Altdorfer

St. Peter from De Biblie vth der vthlegginge Doctoris Martini Luthers, plate 27 from Woodcuts from Books of the XVI Century c. 1534 - 1937

drawing, print, paper

drawing

comic strip sketch

aged paper

germany

print

old engraving style

traditional media

paper

personal sketchbook

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

word imagery

"St. Peter" is a woodcut by Erhard Altdorfer, created around 1534-1537. This print is part of a series of woodcuts illustrating the Bible, known as "De Biblie vth der vthlegginge Doctoris Martini Luthers." Altdorfer's masterful use of line and detail depicts St. Peter holding a large key and walking towards the viewer. The dramatic composition and intricate details create a captivating image that speaks to the power and authority of the saint. This artwork is part of the collection at The Art Institute of Chicago.