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The "Gates of Paradise," Baptistry East doors, Florence, Italy, 1425-1452

The "Gates of Paradise," Baptistry East doors, Florence, Italy, 1425-1452

1-269-847 - Peter Thompson/Heritage Images

The "Gates of Paradise," Baptistry East doors, Florence, Italy, 1425-1452. Lorenzo Ghiberti's bronze doors to the Baptistry of St John, decorated with biblical scenes. The Baptistry is thought to be the oldest building in Florence, dating from the 6th or 7th century.

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People Information

Creator
  1. Lorenzo Ghiberti, attributed to: Italian: Artist, sculptor, theorist
People Related
  1. Peter Thompson: British: Photographer
Geographic Hierarchy

World Europe Italy Tuscany Firenze Florence

  1. 43 46 00 N , 011 15 00 E
Category Hierarchy

Locations & Buildings Places of Worship

Religion & Belief Christianity

Lifestyle Religious Beliefs Christianity

The Arts Fine Art Sculpture

Places Europe Italy Other

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Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 3398x5135
File Size : 51,120kb

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  1. 81Q0_028019_00_PTM.tif
  1. 0470004175
  1. 1-269-847
  1. 1269847
  1. 81Q0/028019/00/PTM
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