The Death of Ananias. Cartoon
Raphael (after) 1483 - 6 Apr 1520
Summary
This print depicts the moment Ananias is struck down and dies after lying to Saint Peter about the proportion of earnings he is giving to the Church. This print is in reverse and after one of the so-called Raphael Cartoons owned by the Queen, seven full size designs for tapestries by Italian Renaissance artist Raphael (1483-1520). They illustrate stories from the Bible about the lives of Saint Peter and Saint Paul.
Object Name
The Death of Ananias. Cartoon
Creators Name
Dimensions
support: 29.4cm x 38cm
accession number
1917.320.31
Collection Group
Place of creation
Europe
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Credit
Leicester Collier Bequest
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