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Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Cathedra Petri (Chair of St. Peter) smarthistory on Apr 23, 2010 Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Cathedra Petri (or Chair of St. Peter), gilded bronze, gold, wood, stained glass, 1647-53 …More
Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Cathedra Petri (Chair of St. Peter)
smarthistory on Apr 23, 2010 Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Cathedra Petri (or Chair of St. Peter), gilded bronze, gold, wood, stained glass, 1647-53 (apse of Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Rome).
Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris, Dr. Steven Zucker
According to tradition, St. Peter himself, the founder of the institution of the Church and considered the first pope, sat on the ancient wooden chair that is encased within this larger bronze and gold chair.
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This is breath taking. Thank you Ira, for though we cannot travel to these wonderful places of God, we visit through your videos. Bless you dear sister.
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