El Greco 1541 – 1614 The Repentant St. Peteroil on canvas (94 × 75 cm) — c. 1604 Phillips Collection, Washington DC This work is linked to Luke 22:62 Peter, who can be recognized by the keys, realizes he has denied his master three times. He joins his hands in prayer, eyes looking to heaven. El Greco made several portraits of St. Peter. He often showed the apostle with a white beard and yellow robe, just like in this painting. Rate this work of art: |
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