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The Prodigal's Return

Panel
16th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

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

Categories
Object type
TitleThe 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.
Dimensions
  • Wood frame weight: 5.0kg
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.
Subjects depicted
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.
Collection
Accession number
C.264-1928

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Record createdMay 24, 2002
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