Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison
The letter S presents two successive events recorded in the Acts of the Apostles in which Saint Peter escapes from prison. First an angel leads him past guards to the city gates, which miraculously open. Then the faithful welcome Peter to the home of Mary, mother of Saint Mark. Among them is Rhoda, the servant who announced the escaped prisoner's unexpected appearance at the door to a group of incredulous disciples.
Artwork Details
- Title: Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison
- Date: first half 14th century
- Geography: Made in Florence, Italy
- Culture: Italian
- Medium: Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment
- Dimensions: 5 15/16 x 4 1/2 in. (15.1 x 11.5 cm)
- Classification: Manuscripts and Illuminations
- Credit Line: Gift of Bashford Dean, 1923
- Object Number: 23.21.3
- Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters
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2850. Illuminated Initial S: St. Peter being released from Prison by an angel
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