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The Tears of Saint Peter by Jusepe de Ribera (called Lo Spagnoletto)

The Tears of Saint Peter

The Tears of Saint Peter

The Met

Artist: Jusepe de Ribera (called Lo Spagnoletto)(Spanish, Játiva 1591–1652 Naples)

Date: ca. 1612–13

Department: European Paintings

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 63 3/4 x 45 in. (161.9 x 114.3 cm)

Credit Line: Purchase, Gift of Mrs. William M. Haupt, from the collection of Mrs. James B. Haggin, by exchange, and 2011 Benefit Fund, 2012

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A bearded man kneels, looking up, keys beside his clasped hands, against a dark background

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A full-length portrait shows a man kneeling, positioned slightly to the left of the center, facing towards the upper right corner. He has a prominent white beard and mustache, and his gaze is directed upwards with his mouth slightly open. His hands are clasped together in front of him, resting on a dark, indistinct object. To the left of his hands, two metal keys are visible, one larger and golden-brown, the other smaller and darker. He wears a dark, possibly black or deep green, tunic, visible at his left arm and leg. Over this, a voluminous, ochre-brown cloak drapes around his body, covering most of his form. The cloak features deep folds and highlights, especially across his back and legs. His bare feet, with visible toes, are partially seen at the bottom right, emerging from beneath the cloak. The background is predominantly dark, almost black, creating a strong contrast with the illuminated figure. In the upper right quadrant, a faint, dark landscape is discernible, featuring dark trees and a lighter, stormy sky with hints of reddish-brown clouds or land. The light source appears to come from above and to the left, illuminating the man's face, hands, and the prominent folds of his cloak.

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