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The Denial of Saint Peter, 17th century. Artist: Valentin de Boulogne
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The Denial of Saint Peter, 17th century. Artist: Valentin de Boulogne
The Denial of Saint Peter, 17th century. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow
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Boulogne Denial Peter The Apostle Questioning Saint Peter Simon Simon Cephas Simon Peter St Peter Valentin De Boulogne
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This 17th-century print, "The Denial of Saint Peter" by Valentin de Boulogne, transports us to a moment of great turmoil and introspection. Set in ancient Rome, the painting depicts a powerful scene from the New Testament where Simon Peter denies his association with Jesus Christ three times before the rooster crows. In this masterful work of art, we witness Saint Peter seated amidst a group of soldiers who question him about his connection to Jesus. The artist skillfully captures the anguish and conflict on Peter's face as he grapples with his own faith and loyalty. Dressed in Roman armor, he appears torn between his devotion to Christianity and the fear of persecution. Valentin de Boulogne's attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke brings life to this historical moment. The play of light and shadow adds depth to the composition while emphasizing Peter's internal struggle. Housed in Moscow's State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, this painting stands as a testament not only to Valentin de Boulogne's artistic prowess but also serves as an important reminder of human fallibility and redemption within religious narratives. "The Denial of Saint Peter" invites viewers into a profound contemplation on themes such as faith, betrayal, forgiveness, and personal transformation – timeless concepts that continue to resonate today across cultures and religions.
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