​ It Has Been Theorized That the Author-Portrait of Saint Matthew

question 12

Multiple Choice

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It has been theorized that the author-portrait of Saint Matthew from the Lindisfarne Gospels shows classical influences. What supports this statement?

• A) The figure is seated as an imperial emperor.
• B) The figure is seated as an adjudicating senator.
• C) The figure is seated as a philosopher or poet reading or writing.
• D) The figure is seated as an imperial judge.

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