Christ Giving the Keys to Saint Peter

Italienische Grafik 1395–1568, kb. 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.
Művész
Italienische Grafik 1395–1568
Datálás
kb. 1395–1400
Műfaj
Rajz
Technika
tempera and gold leaf on vellum
Méretek
34,4 × 31,4 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

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