Basilica of St. Andoche, Saulieu

Capital: Suicide of Judas

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Carved capital on the third pier from the west in the south arcade, depicting the suicide of Judas (Matthew 27:3–10; Acts 1:15). Against a tranquil background of vines and leaves, Judas gags as he hangs from his belt. His purse containing the pieces of silver is still attached to the belt, and a devil pulls down on the rope on the right. The implication appears to be that not only did a devil make Judas betray Jesus, it also inspired his suicide.

27/05/08 14:49
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