Apostel Petrus 1658 - 1677

This etching, created by Dutch artist Wallerant Vaillant between 1658 and 1677, depicts the apostle Peter. The image portrays a close-up of the apostle's face, with his gaze turned upwards, as if in prayer. Peter holds keys in his hand, a symbol of his role as the keeper of heaven's gate in Christian tradition. The use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and drama to the composition. This etching is an example of Vaillant's skill in capturing realistic detail and conveying emotion through his art. It is now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.