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StatsSaint Peter
Pietro Ricchi
Explore the captivating works of Pietro Ricchi – Venetian painter known for religious scenes, biblical narratives & classical figures. Discover his art in Venice & Rome!
Castelvecchio Museum (Verona, Italy)
Explore Castelvecchio Museum in Verona, Italy! Discover medieval & Renaissance art – Mantegna, Pisanello – within a stunning castle restored by Carlo Scarpa. Weapons, ceramics & more await!
The painting represents Saint Peter half-length with his face turned to the right and the key in his hand. The usual expedient of spatial projection is applied to the image, which dilates the hands and heads in the foreground, overwhelming the entire visual field with them. On the back the panel bears a curious late-18th century
About this artwork
- Title: Saint Peter
- Artist: Pietro Ricchi
- Year: 1650
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Castelvecchio Museum
- Movement: Baroque
- Corpus context: classical form , religious narrative
- Color palette: Earthy
- Purpose: Focal
Quick Facts
- Notable elements or techniques: Spatial projection and dilated foreground
- Artistic style: Baroque and Renaissance traditions
- Artist: Pietro Ricchi