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Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple

1644–59
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple
  • Artist: Valerio Castello (Italian, Genoa 1624–1659 Genoa)
  • Date: 1644–59
  • Medium: Pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash, over black chalk
  • Dimensions: 7 3/16 x 7 15/16 in. (18.2 x 20.1 cm)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Harry G. Sperling, 1971
  • Object Number: 1975.131.17
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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