Follower of Lippo Memmi (Italian, Sienese, active mid-14th century)

The Follower of Lippo Memmi was an Italian painter active in Siena in the mid-14th century. The artist's work is characterized by its use of gold leaf and richly colored pigments, as seen in the "Saint Peter" panel. The painting's composition is typical of Sienese art, with the figure of the saint placed in a shallow space against a gold background, which is framed by a decorative architectural structure. This style represents the stylistic influence of Lippo Memmi, whose work was prominent during this period, with the follower likely having apprenticed under him, taking the name "Follower of" to indicate this artistic lineage.