Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison

Italian

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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.

#2850. Illuminated Initial S: St. Peter being released from Prison by an angel

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Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison, Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment, Italian

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Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison, Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment, Italian
Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison, Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment, Italian

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