Liberation of St. Peter
- 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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