Peter Denying Christ

after Sébastien Le Clerc I

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of people gathered around a fire inside what appears to be a room or enclosed space. The scene captures a group of individuals. The arrangement features detailed line work and cross-hatching to create shadow and depth. A fire burns in the foreground, providing light and a central focal point. Stairs ascend in the background, adding depth and perspective. The people are engaged in what looks like a discussion, with gesturing hands and attentive postures.