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Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life
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Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life
XIR498162 Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life, 1150-1200 (tempera on panel) by Lleida, Workshop of (fl.12th century); Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: from the now vanished church Ermita de Sant Pere de Boi ; scene on the top left depicts Saints Peter and Paul before the Roman Emperor, Nero and lower left shows St. Peter in prison; on the top right, Saints Peter and Paul are speaking to a man and the scene lower right shows the two saints being blessed by the hand of God while Simon Magus falls to his death from a tower (only the feet of Simon Magus are visible); ); Catalan, out of copyright
Media ID 12916160
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Altar Frontal Antependium Blessing C12th Catalan Crozier Episodes Hermitage Mitre Nero Paul Peter Simon Magus
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This print showcases an exquisite Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter, created by the Workshop of Lleida in the 12th century. The artwork, now housed at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain, offers a glimpse into the life and significance of this revered saint. In this panel, we see Saint Peter seated majestically with his crozier, symbolizing his role as a bishop. Surrounding him are four scenes from his extraordinary life. On the top left corner, Saints Peter and Paul stand before Emperor Nero, illustrating their unwavering faith even in the face of persecution. Moving to the lower left scene, we witness St. Peter imprisoned for spreading Christianity but remaining steadfast in his devotion to God. On the top right corner, Saints Peter and Paul engage in conversation with a man whose identity intrigues us further. Finally, on the lower right side of this altar frontal lies an awe-inspiring moment where both saints receive divine blessings from God's hand while Simon Magus plummets to his death from a tower – only his feet visible as he meets his fate. The intricate details and vibrant colors showcased within this medieval masterpiece transport us back in time to witness these pivotal episodes from Saint Peter's life. This remarkable piece serves as a testament to both religious devotion and artistic craftsmanship during that era.
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