St Denis west front south tympanum

St Denis west front south tympanum


St_Denis_West_facade_south_portal_typanum

St Denis West facade south portal typanum

Christ administers the Eucharist to Saint Denis and his companions on the eve of the Martrydom.
To the left of the central scene: Larcia, who denounced them to the Roman Prefect and was later converted: Two executioners
To the right of the central scene: the Roman Counsel Fescinius (or Sisinnius) and attendant. Inner Archivolt:

  • bottom: Executioners
  • middle: Saint Denis to the Right and his companions to the Left
  • top: Descending Angel holding the crown of martyrdom

Outer Archivolt: God the Father and angels

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