Saint Peter and Simon Magus

Art Historical Context

Benozzo Gozzoli, a prominent 15th-century Italian of the Early Renaissance, crafted this tempera on wood panel, *Saint Peter and Simon Mag*, showcasing his mastery of vibrant colors and intricate details typical of the medium. Tempera, made from pigments mixed with egg yolk, allowed for luminous effects and fine brushwork on the wooden support, a favored technique for devotional panels before oil painting dominated. Measuring 15¾ x 18 inches, this intimate work draws viewers into a dramatic biblical confrontation. The scene illustrates a pivotal episode from the Acts of the Apostles (Chapter ...