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Virgin and Child
An Italian bronze plaquette of the mid-15th century, depicting the Virgin, crowned, in classical guise, cradling an infant Christ. The entire design is set within an classical architectural frame, composed of two fluted Ionic columns supporting a pediment, within which is the bust of an angel.
Circa 1450 CE - Circa 1500 CE
Object Height 84 mm Width 55 mm
Accession number: CM.17-1933
Primary reference Number: 214067
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Virgin and Child" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/214067 Accessed: 2024-11-22 03:17:56
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