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Le deni de Saint Pierre (The denial of Saint Peter). Peinture de Gerard Seghers (1591-1651). Huile sur toile, 122, 5 x 160 cm, vers 1620. Art flamand, style baroque. Musee de l ermitage, Saint Petersbourg
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Le deni de Saint Pierre (The denial of Saint Peter). Peinture de Gerard Seghers (1591-1651). Huile sur toile, 122, 5 x 160 cm, vers 1620. Art flamand, style baroque. Musee de l ermitage, Saint Petersbourg
FIA5372099 Le deni de Saint Pierre (The denial of Saint Peter). Peinture de Gerard Seghers (1591-1651). Huile sur toile, 122, 5 x 160 cm, vers 1620. Art flamand, style baroque. Musee de l ermitage, Saint Petersbourg. by Seghers, Gerard (1591-1651); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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This print showcases Gerard Seghers' masterpiece, "Le deni de Saint Pierre (The denial of Saint Peter)" a significant painting from the 17th century. The artwork, created in the flamboyant Flemish style of the Baroque period, is housed at the prestigious State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg. Measuring 122.5 x 160 cm and executed with oil on canvas around 1620, this piece depicts a pivotal moment in Christian history – Saint Peter's denial of Jesus Christ during his arrest by Roman soldiers in ancient Rome. The intense emotions are palpable as Peter vehemently denies any association with Jesus three times before dawn breaks. Seghers skillfully captures the anguish and conflict within Peter's expression while highlighting the contrasting presence of a stern Roman soldier nearby. This juxtaposition symbolizes both persecution faced by early Christians and their struggle to maintain their faith amidst adversity. With its vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail, this artwork serves as an evocative reminder of religious devotion and human fallibility throughout history. Its inclusion in the esteemed collection at Musee de l'ermitage further solidifies its significance within art history. Through this print provided by Bridgeman Images, viewers can appreciate Seghers' mastery firsthand while immersing themselves in the rich tapestry of Flemish baroque artistry intertwined with profound religious narratives from antiquity.
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