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Madonna and Child

Probably after Lorenzo Ghiberti Italian
ca. 1425–40
Not on view
This composition is apparently a variant of another Madonna relief which Ghiberti designed specifically to be molded and reproduced in painted stucco. See 08.22.3 for a painted stucco version of that composition. The type of base derives from the niche of the Parte Guelfa on Or San Michele by Donatello, finished in 1423. See 07.120.3 for a terracotta version of this composition.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Madonna and Child
  • Artist: Probably after Lorenzo Ghiberti (Italian, Florence 1378–1455 Florence)
  • Date: ca. 1425–40
  • Culture: Italian, Florence
  • Medium: Stucco, polychromed
  • Dimensions: Overall: 34 1/2 × 28 1/2 in. (87.6 × 72.4 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1916
  • Object Number: 18.70.19
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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Madonna and Child, Lorenzo Ghiberti Italian, Terracotta, Italian, Florence
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Reliquary casket
Circle of Lorenzo Ghiberti
1446
The Intercession of Christ and the Virgin, Lorenzo Monaco (Piero di Giovanni) Italian, Tempera on canvas, Italian
The Intercession of Christ and the Virgin
Attributed to Lorenzo Monaco (Piero di Giovanni)
before 1402
Madonna and Child, Donatello Italian, Figures: terracotta, polychromed and gilded; later background: wood, painted to represent brocade; frame: carved and painted, mouldings gilt, Italian
Madonna and Child
School of Donatello
15th century
Pharmacy Jar, Tin-glazed earthenware, Italian
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