Ravenna, Basilica di Sant'Apollinare in Classe, Sarcofago dei dodici apostoli
Format
JPEG
Start date
400
End date
499
Historical period
Early Byzantine/Late Antique Period
Description
Sarcophagus of the twelve apostles, on the front is depicted the scene of the Traditio Legis with Christ giving the scroll to Saint Paul, on the right Saint Peter approaches Christ with the keys and the cross. There are also four other apostles, while on each side of the sarcophagus three other apostles are represented. The lid shows three eight-pointed crosses. In the back a cross inside a clipeo is depicted between two peacocks with vines and bunches of grapes
Language
zxx
Physical type
Medium
Material and technique
Project
Data provider
Rights Holder

