The Vision of St Peter (c.1556) by Tintoretto

The Vision of St Peter - Tintoretto - c.1556

Artwork Information

TitleThe Vision of St Peter
ArtistTintoretto
Datec.1556
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions420 x 240 cm
Art MovementMannerism (Late Renaissance)

About The Vision of St Peter

“The Vision of St Peter” by Tintoretto, crafted circa 1556, is an exemplary piece of Mannerism (Late Renaissance) executed using oil on canvas. The artwork, notable for its religious theme, measures 420 by 240 centimeters.

The artwork depicts a celestial scene where St. Peter experiences a divine vision. Centered prominently in the upper portion of the composition is Christ on the cross, being lifted by angels, a motif rich with spiritual significance. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the dramatic intensity, emphasizing the celestial and earthly realms. Below, St. Peter, identifiable by his traditional iconography and the keys of heaven, gazes upward in awe and reverence, embodying an expression of divine epiphany. The overall composition is dynamic, showcasing Tintoretto’s masterful use of bold colors, fluid lines, and dramatic foreshortening, characteristic of the Mannerist style.

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