The Prodigal's Return
Panel
16th century (made)
16th century (made)
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This scene is taken from the story of The Prodigal Son that is related in the Gospel of St Luke. The story is a parable intended to teach the virtues of repentance and forgiveness. A father divided his lands and wealth between his two sons. The younger son ran off, squandered his share and was forced to work as a swineherd. After many trials, he returns home repentant and asking for forgiveness. Here his father welcomes him back.
Object details
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Object type | |
Title | The Prodigal's Return (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Stained glass |
Brief description | Stained glass panel depicting the Prodigal's Return. German, 16th century. STG |
Physical description | Stained glass panel depicting the Prodigal's Return. Inscribed 'NOV TAM' on the collar of the figure in the background to the right. Mainly grisaille and yellow stain on white or pinkish glass. |
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Marks and inscriptions | NOV TAM (On the collar of the figure in the background to the right.) |
Credit line | Given by E.E. Cook Esquire. |
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Literary reference | <font -u>New Testament</font> |
Summary | This scene is taken from the story of The Prodigal Son that is related in the Gospel of St Luke. The story is a parable intended to teach the virtues of repentance and forgiveness. A father divided his lands and wealth between his two sons. The younger son ran off, squandered his share and was forced to work as a swineherd. After many trials, he returns home repentant and asking for forgiveness. Here his father welcomes him back. |
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Accession number | C.264-1928 |
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Record created | May 24, 2002 |
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