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From the direction of the gazes and the tilt of the head of the figure at center left, it is possible to suggest that the four angels were originally intended as witnesses to a scene, perhaps a Nativity, on another plaque framed below this one, along with others, in a triptych.
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Title: Plaque with Four Angels
Date: 16th century
Geography: Made in Limoges, France
Culture: French
Medium: Painted enamel, copper
Dimensions: Overall: 2 1/4 x 8 1/4 x 1/16 in. (5.7 x 21 x 0.2 cm)
Classification: Enamels-Painted
Credit Line: Gift of George Blumenthal, 1941
Object Number: 41.100.211b
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