Tucked away within the palace residing over Ravenna's bishops, the Archbishop's Chapel (Cappella Arcivescovile), erected by Peter II in 495 after his ascent to the archbishopric, stands as a testament to the passage of time. Initially consecrated to the Savior, its present dedication lies with Saint Andrew. A peculiar detail, the lunette above the vestibule door unveils a beardless Christ, displaying His triumph over the beasts while dress as an Emperor, lending yet more credence to the enigma of anti-Arian symbolism that this secret, history-ensconced hideaway harbors.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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