Christ Giving the Keys to Saint Peter

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568, c. 1395–1400

The artwork is an illuminated manuscript page with a vertical orientation. Central to the composition is a circular medallion featuring two figures. One figure is on the left, adorned in a deep blue robe with a red garment underneath, while the other figure kneels on the right, wearing a pinkish robe. The background within the medallion is gold leaf. Surrounding the medallion are swirling acanthus leaves in vibrant blues, greens, and oranges, set against a gilded backdrop. The page includes musical notation and Gothic script in black and red ink, framing the scene along the top and right side. The intricate border and ornate design elements contribute to the manuscript's appearance.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1395–1568
Date
c. 1395–1400
Type
Drawing
Medium
tempera and gold leaf on vellum
Dimensions
34.4 × 31.4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork is an illuminated manuscript page with a vertical orientation. Central to the composition is a circular medallion featuring two figures. One figure is on the left, adorned in a deep blue robe with a red garment underneath, while the other figure kneels on the right, wearing a pinkish robe. The background within the medallion is gold leaf. Surrounding the medallion are swirling acanthus leaves in vibrant blues, greens, and oranges, set against a gilded backdrop. The page includes musical notation and Gothic script in black and red ink, framing the scene along the top and right side. The intricate border and ornate design elements contribute to the manuscript's appearance.

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568