This mezzotint depicts Saint Peter's denial of Christ, capturing deep emotions. Peter, with a distressed expression and clasped hands, shows regret. Christ stands nearby, interacting with Peter, while a woman observes, adding to the tension. Created by G. Keating, it is based on a 1798 painting by Benjamin West, highlighting this significant biblical moment through powerful imagery

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Size: 2668px × 2644px
Photo credit: © Recall Pictures / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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