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Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The artwork titled 'Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison' depicts a medieval illuminated manuscript page. The scene shows Saint Peter being liberated from prison. Saint Peter, wearing a halo indicating his sainthood, stands in the center, accompanied by an angel. They are positioned in front of a prison cell with a barred door. The angel guides Peter out of the prison. Above them, within a circular frame intertwined with green leaves, an additional scene shows three haloed figures, likely representing a moment related to Peter's liberation. The dominant colors are shades of blue, gold, orange, and green. The artwork is bordered by an orange frame with a blue background. It is a work by the Master of the Madrid Breviary, created in the 14th century.

Artwork Details

Date
first half 14th century
Medium
Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
503 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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