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Saint Germain and a Donor

late 15th century
Not on view
Wearing a miter on his head and holding a crozier in one hand, this commanding figure represents a bishop. He is identified in the inscription on the base as "Germain," either the bishop of Paris or, perhaps more likely, given the Burgundian style of the carving, of Auxerre. The tiny churchman kneeling at his feet is identified as "H. Cordier" in the inscription, but nothing is known of his life apart from the donation of this imposing sculpture.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Saint Germain and a Donor
  • Date: late 15th century
  • Geography: Made in near Auxerre, Burgundy, France
  • Culture: French
  • Medium: Limestone, paint
  • Dimensions: Overall: 62 x 20 1/2 x 15 3/4 in. (157.5 x 52.1 x 40 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: The Cloisters Collection, 1947
  • Object Number: 47.101.18
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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