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Saint Peter Repentant

Georges de La Tour (French, 1593–1652)

Saint Peter Repentant

Georges de La Tour (French, 1593–1652)
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Period

Baroque

Theme

Religion & Mythology

Medium

oil on canvas

Current Location

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

The Story

Saint Peter Repentant by Georges de La Tour (French, 1593–1652).

“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”

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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.