That vision of rule is enlarged so that Christ is seated on a throne surrounded by the apostles Peter and Paul. Fresco in the catacomb of Pietro e Marcellino, Christ as lawgiver enthroned.

Even within the confines of rude catacomb art we have Christ portrayed as lawgiver. Fresco of Christ as lawgiver, Catacomb of Commodilla.

Fresco of Christ blessing St. Paul. Note supporting pillar to right.

Close-up of Christ blessing St. Paul.