St Peter's Diptych
Dimensions: 54" x 20"
The site of St Peter’s Basilica hosted the Circus of Nero and a cemetery in the first century AD. Tradition has it that St Peter was martyred in the Circus and buried nearby. In 324, Emperor Constantine began construction of a basilica on the site of the tomb. By the mid-15th century Pope Nicholas V asked architect Bernardo Rossellino to add to the original basilica. This approach was abandoned a short while later.
Construction of the current basilica began in 1506 and was completed in 1615. Michelangelo designed the dome and Bernini designed St Peter’s square.
This series is a Limited Edition of 5 (plus artist proof). Currently 5 of 5 are available.
Each piece has been hand glazed a minimum of 3 coats. A signature is represented by a gold leaf thumbprint by the artist on the outside right edge of each piece sealed in glaze.
Please note : All pieces have been prepared with the utmost attention. The resin process is imperfect therefore each piece is truly unique. The drips from the process have been untouched and may be removed at the client's request prior to shipping.