Initial S with Saint Peter Liberated from Prison

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first half 14th century · Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment · Medieval Art

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.

Artist: Unknown
Date: first half 14th century
Medium: Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment
Culture: Italian
Department: Medieval Art
Credit line: Gift of Bashford Dean, 1923

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