Who painted Saint Peter of Verona?

Saint Peter of Verona was painted by Meister des Deichsler-Altars in 1417.

Where can I see Saint Peter of Verona?

Saint Peter of Verona is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Saint Peter of Verona?

Saint Peter of Verona is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Saint Peter of Verona

Meister des Deichsler-Altars , 1417

Saint Peter of Verona is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Meister des Deichsler-Altars. It dates from 1417 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1417 by the anonymous master known as the Meister des Deichsler-Altars, this panel portrays Saint Peter of Verona, a 13th‑century Dominican preacher. The work is part of the collection of the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin and exemplifies early 15th‑century devotional painting.

Subject & Meaning

The figure stands in a simple landscape, clothed in a white habit beneath a black mantle, holding a sword that signifies his martyrdom. A halo crowns his head, while a wound on his forehead references the legend of his violent death. The solemn gaze and upright posture convey his role as a steadfast intercessor.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, contrasting a dark blue sky studded with tiny yellow stars against the illuminated foreground. Fine modeling of the fabric and the gleaming metal of the sword reveal a careful attention to texture. The realistic rendering and restrained palette reflect the transitional style between International Gothic and emerging Northern realism.

History & Provenance

The panel entered the Berlin Gemäldegalerie's holdings in the early 20th century, having previously been part of a private collection in Germany. Its attribution to the Meister des Deichsler-Altars rests on stylistic parallels with other altarpiece panels dated to the same period.