Group of rustic figures
The nature of the Sicilian crèche technique is very different from that of the Neopolitan. The latter is the work of numerous hands not only in the production of the figures themselves but also in their orchestration within the assembled crèche. Sicilian figures, on the other hand, although rougher in finish are entirely made by the individual artists who not only mold their clothing but also control the grouping of the figures within separate vignettes.
Artwork Details
- Title: Group of rustic figures
- Date: 18th century
- Culture: Italian, Sicily
- Medium: Polychromed wood, gesso and stiffened cloth
- Dimensions: Gr. H. 11 1/4 in. (28.5 cm);
Gr. W. 15 in. (38 cm.);
Gr. D. 12 in. (31 cm.) - Classification: Crèche
- Credit Line: Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Christopher T. Bever, in memory of Professor Rudolf Berliner, 1993
- Object Number: 1993.488.2
- Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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