Seated Virgin and Child

North Spanish

Not on view

Combining different materials to create a striking image is characteristic of a number of North Spanish sculptures. Here the Christ child stands on the Virgin's lap, as if taking his first step, and offers a blessing.

Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish

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Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish
Seated Virgin and Child, Wood, ivory, brass, paint, gilding, North Spanish

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