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Nativity

second half 19th century–early 20th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Nativity
  • Date: second half 19th century–early 20th century
  • Culture: probably French
  • Medium: Painted enamel, partly gilt, on copper; silver-gilt frame set with pearls, gemstones, and ronde-bosse enamels.
  • Dimensions: H. with frame 21.2 cm, w. with frame 18.4 cm, d. with frame 3.1 cm.
  • Classification: Enamels
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1226
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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