St Peter and St Andrew
Relief
late 15th century (made)
late 15th century (made)
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Place of origin |
This relief in mother of pearl was probably made in the late 15th century South Germany. This represents St. Andrew holding a large cross and St. Peter holding his key.
Object details
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Title | St Peter and St Andrew (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Carved mother of pearl in a gilt mount |
Brief description | Carved mother of pearl relief in gilt mount depicting St Peter and St Andrew, South Germany, late 15th century |
Physical description | Carved mother of pearl relief in a gilt mount with a loop, depicting St Peter and St Andrew. On the right St Andrew holds a large cross in his arms, on the left St. Peter turns towards St. Andrew, holding his key across his body with his left hand. Both saints have long mantles. The relief is convex. The mount covers the back and is engraved with the monogram IHS with a cross above it and below a heart pierced with three darts. |
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Marks and inscriptions | 'IHS' with a cross above and a heart pierced with three darts below (the back) |
Object history | es Sneyd Collection |
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Summary | This relief in mother of pearl was probably made in the late 15th century South Germany. This represents St. Andrew holding a large cross and St. Peter holding his key. |
Bibliographic reference | Victoria and Albert Museum, Review of the Principal Acquisitions During the Year 1928. London. p. 9. |
Collection | |
Accession number | A.30-1928 |
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Record created | November 18, 2004 |
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