The Virgin Annunciate

After an original by Benedetto da Maiano Italian

late 15th century

Not on view

Formerly believed to be a sketch model for the Virgin in Benedetto da Maiano's marble altarpiece of the Annunciation in the Terranova Chapel in the Church of Monte Oliveto, Naples. Now believed to be a cast after this altarpiece rather than a study for it.

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Provenance

Title: The Virgin Annunciate
Artist: After an original by Benedetto da Maiano (Italian, Maiano 1442–1497 Florence)
Date: late 15th century
Culture: Italian, Florence
Medium: Terracotta, painted
Dimensions: Height: 40 1/8 in. (101.9 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Bequest of Benjamin Altman, 1913
Object Number: 14.40.684
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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