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This elegant sculpture reflects aspects of both contemporary ivories and monumental sculpture, especially the refined, yet supple drapery and the delicate facial features. Originally painted, the figure would probably have been housed within a small architectural tabernacle.
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Title: Virgin and Child
Date: mid-14th century
Culture: French
Medium: Walnut with traces of polychromy
Dimensions: Overall: 11 3/4 x 4 1/4 x 2 15/16 in. (29.8 x 10.8 x 7.5 cm)
Classification: Sculpture-Miniature-Wood
Credit Line: Gift of George Blumenthal, 1941
Object Number: 41.100.171
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