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Jesus saves Peter from drowning

Lorenzo Veneziano

1370

unspecified

From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin

Byzantine icon painting Medieval

Dominant colour

Jesus saves Peter from drowning is a 1370 unspecified by Lorenzo Veneziano, a Byzantine icon painting work, held at Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Who painted this?: Lorenzo Veneziano
When & what style?: 1370 · Byzantine icon painting
Where can I see it?: Gemäldegalerie Berlin

About this work

This painting depicts a dramatic scene of Jesus saving Peter from drowning. Jesus is shown standing on the water, reaching out to Peter, who is struggling to stay afloat. The two figures are surrounded by a group of other men in a boat, who are watching the scene unfold. The painting is done in a style that emphasizes the use of gold leaf, which adds a sense of luxury and grandeur to the scene. The colors are muted, with a focus on blues and golds, which creates a sense of calm and serenity despite the dramatic action taking place. The painting is a beautiful example of the artistic style of the time, and it is a great representation of the story of Jesus saving Peter. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the work of Lorenzo Veneziano.