Simon Cephas Collection
"Simon Cephas: The Apostle's Journey Through Art" Step into the world of Simon Cephas, better known as St
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"Simon Cephas: The Apostle's Journey Through Art" Step into the world of Simon Cephas, better known as St. Peter, through a captivating collection of artworks spanning centuries. In Fra Angelico's masterpiece, "St. Peter ordaining St. Stephen Deacon, " we witness the early days of Peter's ministry, as he imparts his divine authority onto another faithful servant. Michelangelo's iconic frescoes in the Pauline Chapel bring to life "The Crucifixion of Saint Peter. " This powerful depiction reminds us of Peter's unwavering commitment to his faith, even in the face of martyrdom. Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano captures the essence of St. Peter's spiritual leadership in "Saint Peter enthroned with Saints. " Here, he is portrayed alongside John the Baptist and Saint Paul, symbolizing their collective impact on Christianity. Ferdinand Graf von Harrach takes us back to a pivotal moment in history with "The Denial of Saint Peter. " This haunting artwork reflects upon Peter's human frailty and subsequent redemption after denying Jesus three times. Traveling further back in time, we encounter a mesmerizing mosaic detail from Rome's Church of Santa Costanza. In this ancient artwork titled "Christ with St. Paul and St. Peter, " we witness their enduring legacy within early Christian iconography. An intriguing artifact surfaces next – an exquisite Apostle Spoon featuring none other than St. Peter himself. Crafted by an unknown artist during London’s 17th century, it serves as a tangible reminder of how saints were venerated throughout history. Leandro Gagliardi brings forth a stunning sculpture from Italy depicting our beloved apostle in all his glory – aptly named "Saint Peter. " Created during the late 18th century, it showcases Gagliardi’s mastery at capturing both physicality and spirituality within art. Israhel van Meckenem's engraving, "St. Peter and St.