Liberation of St. Peter

Liberation of St. Peter by Bartolome Esteban Murillo
Artist
Bartolome Esteban Murillo
Date
1665 - 1667 ; Spain
Style
Baroque
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Hermitage Museum
"Liberation of St. Peter" is a compelling religious painting that vividly captures the miraculous moment when Saint Peter is freed from prison. Created using oil paints on a canvas, this artwork exemplifies the dynamic energy and dramatic contrasts characteristic of the Baroque style. The composition employs intense lighting and movement to emphasize divine intervention, making it a powerful visual narrative of faith and salvation. Its rich details and emotional depth make it a quintessential example of Baroque religious art.

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