Martyrdom of St. Peter the Martyr by Domenichino

Martyrdom of St. Peter the Martyr by Domenichino

Master of the Bologna School Domenichino in his work more than other artists of this school was guided by the art of the High Renaissance. The painter studied in Bologna with L. Carracci, worked in Rome with A. Carracci, studied the works of Raphael and Correggio. He executed paintings in the Roman churches of San Luigi dei Francesi and Sant Andrea della Ballet, also wrote easel works.

In the works of Domenichino, the action unfolds against the backdrop of landscapes painted by the artist with a special lyricism, imparting poetic and sublime works to the works. To some extent they anticipate Poussin’s classic compositions. Other famous works: “The Last Communion of St. Jerome.” 1614. Pinakothek, the Vatican; “Hunting Diana.” OK. 1620. Gallery of Borghese, Rome; “Landscape with Tobias and the Angel.” OK. 1617-1618. National Gallery, London.

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