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Saint Peter Meditating; Saint Pierre Meditant, (black and white chalk on beige paper)
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Saint Peter Meditating; Saint Pierre Meditant, (black and white chalk on beige paper)
659170 Saint Peter Meditating; Saint Pierre Meditant, (black and white chalk on beige paper) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 35x23.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Peter Meditating; Saint Pierre Meditant. Bernardo Strozzi (1581-1644). Black and white chalk on beige paper. 35 x 23.2cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22615204
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082012upload Apostle Arm Resting Balding Baroque Era Beige Paper Bernardo Strozzi Black Chalk Bust Length Chalk Contemplate Contemplating Contemplation Early Seventeenth Century Elder Elderly Adult Facial Hair Finger Fingers Hand On Face Holy Bible Italian Art Italian Artist Leaning On Elbow Looking Up Meditate Meditating Meditation Mounted On Paper Old Age Old Man Old Master Drawings Old Men On Paper One Man Only Pensive Peter Quarter Length Saint Peter Senior Senior Adult Simon Cephas Skin St Peter Strozzi Thought Trance White Chalk White Hair Wrinkled Wrinkles Bearded Early 17th Century Ethnic Origin Portrait Style Portraiture Thinking
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This black and white chalk drawing, titled "Saint Peter Meditating; Saint Pierre Meditant" by Bernardo Strozzi, takes us back to the early seventeenth century. The portrait-style artwork showcases an elderly man, believed to be Saint Peter himself, deep in contemplation. With his fingers gently resting on his chin and his arm casually leaning on his elbow, he exudes a sense of wisdom and serenity. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the wrinkled skin and beard of this biblical figure. As we gaze into the eyes of Saint Peter, we can almost feel the weight of his thoughts as he looks up towards something beyond our view. The fine lines created with white chalk add depth and texture to this stunning piece. Strozzi's mastery shines through as he captures every nuance of expression in this quarter-length portrait. The use of beige paper as a backdrop enhances the contrast between light and shadow, further emphasizing the introspective nature of Saint Peter's meditation. This exquisite print transports us back in time while reminding us of the timeless themes explored within religious art. It serves as a testament to Strozzi's skill as an Italian artist during the Baroque period. Whether you are drawn to its artistic technique or intrigued by its spiritual significance, this work invites you to contemplate alongside one of Christianity's most revered figures – Saint Peter meditating upon life's mysteries.
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