Christ Giving the Keys to Saint Peter
1398
tempera
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1398
tempera
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Christ Giving the Keys to Saint Peter is a 1398 tempera by Lorenzo Monaco, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a scene with two figures, one handing a set of keys to the other. The figure on the left, dressed in blue and red, is passing the keys to the figure on the right, who wears a white robe with a red sleeve. The background is gold, and the scene is surrounded by an ornate border featuring red, blue, and green designs. The border is decorated with intricate patterns and shapes, adding to the overall sense of grandeur and importance. The use of gold leaf in the background and the ornate border suggests a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. For more information on the artist who created this work, explore the art of Lorenzo Monaco.
