This depiction of Saint Peter emphasizes his role as the Rock of the Church, focusing on a sense of monumental stillness and liturgical authority. Clad in a deep purple himation over rust-red robes—colors signifying both royal dignity and the sacrifice of martyrdom—Peter is presented as a steady guardian of the apostolic tradition. His direct, focused gaze and the rhythmic, stylized waves of the background suggest a spirit that has found peace amidst the storms of the world. Centered in his grip is the golden cross-key, a symbol of the heavy responsibility to bind and loose, held not as a trophy, but as a solemn instrument of service to the Divine.