Apse Mosaic: Christ the Redeemer with Angels
Image ID
2622
Title
Apse Mosaic: Christ the Redeemer with Angels
Location
San Vitale Basilica, Ravenna, Italy
Caption
Detail of San Vitale's apse mosaic, dating from 526-47 AD. It depicts a youthful, clean-shaven Christ the Redeemer sitting on the sphere of the world, flanked by San Vitale (who is receiving a martyr's crown from Christ), two angels, and Bishop Ecclesius, who founded the church. In his other hand, Christ holds a scroll with seven seals, a reference to Revelation. San Vitale Basilica, Ravenna, Italy.
Dates
created May 9, 2008 | added February 1, 2010 | updated February 27, 2025
Part of Trip
7
Credit
Holly Hayes
Copyright
All Rights Reserved. May not be copied without permission.
Camera
Canon EOS 400D DIGITAL
EXIF Data
70 mm · 0.05000 sec · ISO 1600
Image Size
3332 x 5000 px (16 MP)
Quality
6
EdStockPhoto?
yes
Art History Images?
yes
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