The Crucifixion of St Peter

Pierre-Hubert Subleyras (1699 - 1749)

Scottish National Gallery

circa 1740

This oil sketch represents Subleyras's first thoughts for a suggested altarpiece (never realised) depicting the crucifixion of St Peter, to be placed in the Vatican basilica. It is related to a number of other compositions of the subject by the artist. Of these, the present oil sketch best conveys the excitement of the initial conception.

• Medium: oil on canvas
• Dimensions: 47 x 31 cm
• Art Fund Grant: £10000 ( Total: £40,000)
• ArtFunded in: 1995
• Vendor: Colnaghi

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