Virgin and Child: CM.17-1933

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Virgin and Child

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Description

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.

Dating

Circa 1450 CE - Circa 1500 CE

Components of the work

Object Height 84 mm Width 55 mm

Materials used in production

Bronze

Related exhibitions

Madonnas and Miracles. The Holy Home in Renaissance Italy

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.17-1933
Primary reference Number: 214067
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Created: Thursday 9 February 2017 Updated: Tuesday 28 July 2020

Associated departments & institutions

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: 2024-04-25 05:20:53

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