Martelaarschap van Petrus 1596 - 1625

Nicolaes Lastman's engraving, *Martelaarschap van Petrus*, depicts the martyrdom of Saint Peter, a key figure in early Christianity. The artwork, created between 1596 and 1625, showcases the dramatic moment as Saint Peter is crucified upside down. Lastman masterfully captures the intensity of the scene, highlighting the physicality of the event through the muscular bodies and powerful poses of the figures involved. This engraving serves as a testament to Lastman's mastery of detail and his ability to portray religious narratives with emotional depth.