Saint Peter's Basilica

Image View Description: Interior: Sculptures on the Ceiling of the Portico of St. Peter's Basilica
Work Type: sculpture
Work Type 2: architecture
Style/Period: Baroque
Culture: Italian
Location: Rome (Italy)
Notes: The scene above the shield depicts Angels carrying the Cathedra of St. Peter from Antioch to Rome. The scene below the shield depicts St. Peter receiving converted pagans. The scene to the right of the shield depicts St. Peter filled with the Holy Spirit preaching to the multitude. The shield bears the Coat of Arms of Paul V.
Image Source: Photography by Media Center for Art History, Department of Art History, Columbia University
Photographer: Emily Shaw
Record ID: 1213_rome2012_vatican_img_110


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