Apostles and Saints at the Last Judgement
Panel
16th century (made)
16th century (made)
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According to the Bible, at the Last Judgement God will decide the fate of all mankind based on how they have lived their earthly lives. This momentous event has been a popular subject with artists working in different media. This glass panel shows the Apostles and saints at the Last Judgement. The figure in red holding a chalice may be that of St John the Evangelist.
Object details
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| Title | Apostles and Saints at the Last Judgement (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Stained glass |
| Brief description | Stained glass panel depicting Apostles and Saints, from a last judgement. German, 16th century. |
| Physical description | Stained glass panel depicting Apostles and Saints, including St.John, from a last judgement. Blue, purple, maroon, green, red, and pale blue glass. Grisaille. Yellow stain. Pink enamel. |
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| Credit line | Given by E. E. Cook |
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| Summary | According to the Bible, at the Last Judgement God will decide the fate of all mankind based on how they have lived their earthly lives. This momentous event has been a popular subject with artists working in different media. This glass panel shows the Apostles and saints at the Last Judgement. The figure in red holding a chalice may be that of St John the Evangelist. |
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| Accession number | C.233-1928 |
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| Record created | May 24, 2002 |
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