Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison

first half 14th century

Not on view

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.

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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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