Statue of Saint Peter Enthroned (Saint Pierre sur le trone) in the right nave of Saint Peter's basilica.by Arnolfo di Cambio; c.1300On this ancient bronze statue; St. Peter has his right toes worn down by centuries of pilgrims who traditionally touch the foot. This ancient statue of St. Peter; portrayed as he gives a blessing and preaches; while holding the keys to the kingdom of heaven is famous throughout the world. The archaic character of the statue of St. Peter sustains the attribution to Arnolfo di Cambio (1245-1302); but some scholars believe that it is a V century casting. - Left: the twisted columns of the Baldachin (baldaquin) by Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680) Bernini's first work at St. Peter's was to design the baldacchino; a pavilion-like structure 28.74 metres tall and claimed to be the largest piece of bronze in the world; which stands beneath the dome and above the altar.(Saint Peter's basilica; basilique Saint-Pierre; Petersdom)Vatican 2009