Saint Peter and Simon Magus
The Met
Artist: Benozzo Gozzoli (Benozzo di Lese di Sandro)(Italian, Florence ca. 1420–1497 Pistoia)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Tempera on wood
Dimensions: 15 3/4 x 18 in. (40 x 45.7 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1915
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A crowded scene with a man floating above, a man on the ground, and figures gesturing
Detailed Description
The scene depicts a crowded outdoor setting under a light blue sky. In the upper center, a figure in a green robe and red undergarment floats with outstretched arms, surrounded by several small, dark, winged creatures. Below, a large, dark reddish-brown wall with arched openings spans the left background. To the right of the wall, a tall, light-colored column with a gold band stands. Between the wall and the column, a wooden scaffolding structure is visible. In the left foreground, a large group of people are gathered. Many wear tunics in shades of blue, red, and yellow. A bearded man in a yellow cloak over a blue tunic stands with his right arm raised, pointing towards the floating figure. Next to him, a bearded man in a pink robe kneels with hands clasped together at chest level. In the center-right foreground, a man lies face down on the ground, dressed in a dark green robe over a red garment. A pool of red liquid is visible around his head. To the right, a group of figures stands near the column. A man in a pink tunic and armor holds a red shield inscribed with "SPQR" in white letters. Behind him, several figures holding spears are visible. A bearded man in a dark green cloak stands to the right of the armored man, gesturing with his right hand. Further right, a man in a red and gold tunic and a gold crown sits on a dark green, cylindrical stool, holding a small gold object.
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