Capital with the Temptation of Jesus, ca. 1175–1200

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Capital with the Temptation of Jesus, ca. 1175–1200, North French, Limestone, Overall: 10 5/8 x 11 3/4 x 11 3/4 in. (27 x x cm), Sculpture-Stone, Probably originating from a cloister arcade, this capital depicts the temptations of Jesus. The narrative order is not sequential: the Devil tempts Jesus to change stones into bread; the Devil tempts Jesus with the kingdoms of the world; the Devil carries Jesus on his back to the top of the Temple; the Devil tempts Jesus to cast himself from the top of the Temple

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Size: 4240px × 4240px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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