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Saint Peter

(Greek: Πέτρος, Pétros, "stone, rock"; possibly died AD 67)
apostle, first pope; patron saint of locksmiths and confessors. Usually holding the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven
(Wikipedia)

Álvaro Raposo de França
1964

Description

Bronze statue of St. Peter with a large key in his left hand and blessing with his right hand.

Sculptor

Álvaro Raposo de França (Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Açores, 1940), Azorean sculptor (Wikipedia – Escultor.com.pt).

Locatie (N 37°44'25" - W 25°39'46") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: ptac162; Photograph: 2 July 2016
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