St Peter Martyr
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Angelico Fra's St Peter Martyr into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The St. Peter Martyr by Fra Angelico (ca. 1428–29) is a luminous example of Early Renaissance religious art, radiating both spiritual serenity and dramatic intensity. This tempera-on-panel altarpiece, originally created for the Florentine Church of San Domenico, depicts the Dominican martyr with a quiet grace—his flowing robe, golden halo, and the bloodied wound on his skull rendered in Fra Angelico’s signature delicate brushwork. The background’s gold leaf and the saint’s contemplative gaze create a celestial atmosphere, balanced by the visceral realism of his martyrdom. As a friar-painter, Fra Angelico bridged medieval piety and Renaissance humanism; this work exemplifies his mastery of color symbolism (white for purity, red for sacrifice) and spatial harmony. It remains a touchstone for understanding devotional art’s evolution toward naturalism.
For a modern interior, St. Peter Martyr’s refined palette and sacred gravitas lend sophistication to a study or lounge. Choose a gilded frame to echo its original altar context, or a minimalist black frame for contrast in contemporary spaces. Position it as a focal point against deep tone walls (navy or olive green) to amplify its gold accents. At 37 x 26 cm (typical panel size), it suits intimate settings—pair with textured fabrics like linen or velvet in ivory or burgundy to harmonize with its warm hues. In offices, juxtapose it with sleek, monochrome furniture to balance its ornate detail, or hang it alongside botanical prints for a serene contrast. Avoid overcrowding; let its quiet drama command attention.
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Lead Time & Shipping
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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Return & Refund
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.
