Miniature Altarpiece with the Virgin in Glory, and Saints James and Dominic

early 16th century

Not on view

Returned to lender

This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

The wings of the miniature altarpiece provide clues about its original owner, the figure kneeling at the left. His name almost certainly was James, as he kneels alongside Saint James the Great as his patron. In addition, he was affiliated with the Dominican order, which promoted the praying of the Rosary. Saint Dominic appears at right, a little dog at his feet.

Artwork Details

Overview

Exhibition History

Title: Miniature Altarpiece with the Virgin in Glory, and Saints James and Dominic
Date: early 16th century
Culture: Netherlandish
Medium: Boxwood
Dimensions: Open: 4 5/16 × 3 1/16 × 7/8 in. (10.9 × 7.7 × 2.2 cm)
Closed: 4 5/16 × 1 15/16 × 7/8 in. (10.9 × 5 × 2.2 cm)
Classification: Sculpture-Miniature-Wood
Credit Line: Private collection, United Kingdom
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters