The Tears of Saint Peter - Georges de la Tour
- US delivery calculated at checkout
- Guaranteed High Quality Prints
- Secure payments
- Sustainable materials
- Made in the USA
Georges de la Tour's 'The Tears of Saint Peter' captures a moment of remorse and repentance, illuminated by dramatic light and shadow. This Baroque masterpiece exemplifies the artist's skill in conveying deep emotion through simple composition and tenebrism.
Georges de la Tour was a French Baroque painter who specialised in religious scenes, often characterised by their dramatic use of light and shadow. He is best known for his nocturnal scenes illuminated by a single light source, a technique known as tenebrism, which creates a sense of intimacy and spiritual intensity. His work often explores themes of faith, repentance, and the human condition. De la Tour's style is marked by its realism, simplicity, and emotional depth. He was largely forgotten after his death, but his work was rediscovered in the 20th century. Today, he is recognised as one of the most important figures in French Baroque painting. In 'The Tears of Saint Peter', the apostle Peter is depicted in a moment of remorse, illuminated by the light of a candle or lantern. The composition is simple, with a focus on the figure's emotional state. Peter's face is etched with sorrow, and his hands are clasped in prayer. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of drama and heightens the emotional impact of the scene. The painting is a powerful depiction of repentance and forgiveness.
The Tears of Saint Peter - Georges de la Tour
Sale price$29.00
Regular price (/)
Crafted for a Lifetime
-
Premium materials
Solid wood frames, UV-protected acrylic glaze, and archival backing for lasting durability.
-
Museum-grade prints
12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified 200gsm fine art paper, with lifetime fade resistance.
-
Crafted in the UK
Sustainably sourced materials, precision manufactured locally, reducing carbon footprint.
-
Ready to hang
Each frame is sealed with rigid backing and fixings attached, no extra effort required.
Find the finish that fits your home
What our customers say
Real reviews from real customers
Received the beautiful hummingbird print in black frame. Great service, stunning print, I will post a picture when the room is finished. Thank you
Delighted with this print! The colours are extremely vibrant, the imagine crystal clear and beautifully displayed in an attractive frame. Delivery was prompt and securely packaged. Highly recommended and will be using again!
So pleased with my print and the frame it’s housed in. Fantastic quality and really adds character to the room. Communication was great and it was delivered quicker than estimated. Overall I’m extremely pleased and will recommend to friends. I’m already eying up my next purchase!
Beautiful print, great quality and love it with the white frame. Delivery was really fast. I've had loads of compliments from visitors as I've hung it in my hallway as the first thing you see when you enter the house. Couldn't be happier.
Georges de La Tour
candlelit paintings of geometric simplicity, forgotten for 250 years before scholars reassembled his career from misattributed works
This product has no reviews yet.