Two Heads, study for St. Peter Receiving the Keys to Heaven

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"Two Heads, study for St. Peter Receiving the Keys to Heaven" is a sketch by Italian Renaissance master, Raffa Sanzio da Urbino, more commonly known as Raphael. This preparatory drawing was likely created in the early 16th century, during the of Raphael's appointment as the chief architect of St Peter's Basilica in Rome.

This piece is specifically a study for the fresco "The Delivery of the Keys," which is part of the decorating in the Vatican's Stanze di Raffaello. This larger work illustrates the biblical episode from the Gospel of Matthew in which Christ gives Peter the keys to the kingdom of heaven, signifying him as the first Pope.

The study titled "Two Heads" displays Raphael's exquisite skill in capturing human emotion. Despite being a preparatory sketch, the artwork exhibits remarkable detail, skillfully rendering two figures under strong light. The naturalistic studies indicate Raphael's careful observation and understanding of light and shadow, and their impact on human expression.

The exact date of creation and first ownership of "Two Heads" are not clearly recorded in history. Like many of Raphael's studies, the drawing remained largely unordered and unseen until the 18th century, when connoisseurs began to acknowledge these works not only as preparation but as autonomous pieces of art.

Today, "Two Heads, study for St. Peter Receiving the Keys to Heaven" is held in the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology in Oxford, England, where it continues to be studied and admired for its demonstration of Raphael's artistic process and mastery in portraiture. It's considered an extraordinary example of the draftsmanship of Raphael and a testament to his role in the High Renaissance.

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.

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