Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Saint Peter the apostole

 Sculpture of Saint Peter, holding the keys of heaven in his left arm, empowering him to take binding action. The keys of heaven or keys of Saint Peter are seen as a symbol of papal authority. Made of brass, with fine details, little miss in the aureole. Size 4"3/8 C.1900s

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