Artwork
The Liberation of St Peter
The Liberation of St Peter is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Johann Georg Trautmann. It dates from 1759 and is held in the collection of the Städel Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Liberation of St Peter is an oil painting created by Johann Georg Trautmann in 1759. It is a religious work held at the Städel Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Saint Peter being freed by an angel, as indicated by the broken chain and the angel's radiant presence. The scene is set in a rocky cave with a few scattered objects, including a chest and a long-handled weapon.
Technique & Style
Trautmann employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a dramatic effect. The angel's glow illuminates the dark space, drawing attention to the angel's face and Saint Peter's reaction.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johann Georg Trautmann (1713–1769) was an artist, born in Zweibrücken.
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