Saint Peter Penitent
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This photo shows an older man with a long white beard and mustache. He’s wearing a simple brown robe, his hands clasped in front of him. The background is dark, making his face stand out sharply. On the right side, there’s a small object that looks like a set of keys and a scroll. The lighting focuses on his face and hands, creating strong shadows. This effect makes the textures—like his wrinkles and the fabric—pop. Try looking up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works.
