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04-MAR-2007

At the far west end of the basilica is the tribune, which centers on the Cathedra of St. Peter. The enormous gilded bronze monument was designed by Bernini in 1666 to enclose an oak throne donated by Carolingian ruler Charles the Bald upon his coronation in St. Peter's in 875. The legs of the throne are decorated with finely pierced ivory bands made in the School at Tours. The 18 ivory plaques on the front of the chair were added slightly later, and show the 12 Labors of Hercules and six monsters. Bernini's monument is topped by a yellow window featuring the Holy Spirit as a dove surrounded by 12 rays, symbolising the apostles. To the right of the chair are St Ambrose and St Augustine (fathers of the Latin church), and to the left are St Athanasius and St John Chrysostom (fathers of the Greek church).

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PauloCGama25-Apr-2007 14:35
wonderful details my friend!! pure art in all ways!
cheers
Robyco19-Apr-2007 07:22
Real craftsmanship !!!
Also great light in the middle, looks great.
Guest 18-Apr-2007 14:54
I'm certain there are craftsmen out there capable of such magnificent work, but they'd never receive funding. Everything in this is gorgeous, and your composition really sets it off. v
mario .n16-Apr-2007 20:17
Beautiful place ! V
Alejandro16-Apr-2007 20:04
Again a great inside pic. V.
Zaid Kurdi16-Apr-2007 19:32
Excellent shot,Voted
Paco López16-Apr-2007 18:40
Very good shot, Yannis!!! Great light and great compo!!! ¡Very big vote!