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The Miracle of the Lame Man Healed by Saint Peter and Saint John

Peter Paul, Sir Rubens

1607

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Religious

Dominant colour

The Miracle of the Lame Man Healed by Saint Peter and Saint John is a 1607 ink by Peter Paul, Sir Rubens, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Peter Paul, Sir Rubens
When & what style?: 1607 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a scene of Saint Peter and Saint John healing a lame man. The two saints are standing in the center, with the lame man kneeling before them. The scene is set in a grand, classical-style building with columns and arches. The artist has used a range of techniques to create depth and texture in the painting. The figures are rendered in detailed, realistic style, while the background is more sketchy and suggestive. The painting is a great example of the Baroque style, with its dramatic lighting and emotional intensity. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to check out the work of artist Rubens, Peter Paul, Sir.