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A striking feature of the Basilica is its numerous statues, the most famous of which are St. Peter’s Statue, the Monument of Alexander VII, the Statue of St. Longinus, and the Pieta, to name a few. Keep reading to find out more about all the statues at St. Peter’s Basilica.
Statue of Saint Peter. Saint Peter’s Square. Left side facing the Basilica. The colossal statue of Saint Peter, like that of Saint Paul, was commissioned by Pope Gregory XVI (1831-1846) for the new Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, rebuilt after the disastrous fire of 1823.
Dec 16, 2019 · The facade of St Peter's Basilica is crowned with thirteen colossal statues. In the centre stands Christ the Redeemer (6 metre high) and you may be forgiven for assuming that he is flanked by his 12 apostles.
The façade of the basilica, with a giant order of columns, stretches across the end of the square and is approached by steps on which stand two 5.55-metre (18.2 ft) statues of the first-century apostles to Rome, Saints Peter and Paul. [10] [11]
This ancient statue of St. Peter, portrayed as he gives a blessing and preaches, while holding the keys to the kingdom of heaven is famous throughout the world. Some scholars have attributed it to Arnolfo di Cambio (1245-1302), but others believe that it is a V century casting.
Explore stunning St. Peter's Basilica's statues, including St. Peter, Michelangelo’s Pietà, and more. Plan your visit for a journey through artistic marvels!
“A robed Virgin Mary with the dead Christ in her arms, as large as a good-sized man” – as it is defined in the contract – a statue rendered from a single block of Carrara marble in just nine months.
