Las l¨¢grimas de san Pedro

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The subject matter of the tears of Saint Peter would be used by theologians and moralists of the Counter-Reformation as a way of approaching the believer, drawing a parallel betwee n the saint's weakness and mortal man through the sin committed. It is a piece that was designed for private oratories and for private clients within the context of the ¡°religious devotion painting¡± that would stimulate an emotional closeness between the believer and the image. Title Saint Peter in Tears Creator Lifespan 1541 - 1614 Creator Nationality Greek Creator Gender Male Creator Death Place Toledo, Spain Creator Birth Place Crete Date Created 1587 - 1596 Painter El Greco Original Tittle Las l¨¢grimas de San Pedro Type Painting Show more