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Italian School, Roman, 17th century
St Peter enthroned c. 1680-99
Pen with black ink and grey wash | 10.7 x 22.6 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 904535
Italian School, Roman, 17th century
St Peter enthroned c. 1680-99
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A drawing of St Peter seated on a throne flanked by classical pilasters. He holds the keys in one hand and points heavenward with the other. To the left and right various figures approach, or kneel and gesture towards the saint.
Provenance
Probably acquired by George III in 1762 as part of the collection of Cardinal Alessandro Albani; first recorded in a Royal Collection inventory of c.1800-1820 (Inv. A, p. 111, as Pietro da Cortona: 'St. Peter enthron'd')
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Medium and techniques
Pen with black ink and grey wash
Measurements
10.7 x 22.6 cm (sheet of paper)
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