Saint Peter Walking On Water

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Saint Peter Walking On Water", originally brought to life by the talented Herri met de Bles. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Herri met de Bles and his artistic vision.

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"Saint Peter Walking on Water" is a 16th-century oil painting by the Flemish Northern Renaissance painter Herri met de Bles, also known as Herri de Patinir or Civetta due to the owl that he often included in his signature. The painting depicts the biblical episode from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 14:22-33), in which Saint Peter attempts to walk on the water of the Sea of Galilee to meet Jesus Christ but starts to sink due to his lack of faith.

Herri met de Bles, who was active from about 1510 to the 1550s, was known for his landscape paintings with religious and mythological scenes. He was part of a group of artists from the Meuse region who were influenced by the work of Joachim Patinir, a pioneer of landscape painting. Met de Bles continued the tradition of incorporating expansive and detailed landscapes into his works, often using them as backdrops for biblical stories and allegories.

In "Saint Peter Walking on Water," the artist combines his skill in landscape with a dramatic narrative moment. The painting is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and the use of aerial perspective, a technique that creates depth by gradually changing color and clarity to simulate atmospheric effects. The figures of Peter and Jesus are typically small in scale compared to the vastness of the surrounding environment, a hallmark of Met de Bles's style.

The work is notable for its symbolic use of light and dark, with the figure of Christ often illuminated as a beacon of salvation amidst the turbulent waters and darkened skies, reflecting the spiritual message of guidance and redemption. The painting serves as an allegory of faith, with Peter's faltering step on the water symbolizing the struggles of belief faced by the faithful.

"Saint Peter Walking on Water" is an example of Herri met de Bles's contribution to the Northern Renaissance, where the integration of detailed landscapes with religious narratives allowed viewers to contemplate the divine within the natural world. The painting is held in various art collections, and its exact location may vary due to loans and exhibitions. It remains an important work for the study of Northern Renaissance art and the development of landscape painting in the 16th century.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.