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Virgin and Child

middle or second half of 19th century, in the style of a mid-13th century Limoges original
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Object Information
  • Title: Virgin and Child
  • Date: middle or second half of 19th century, in the style of a mid-13th century Limoges original
  • Culture: French
  • Medium: Appliqué relief from a chasse. Cast copper, engraved and gilded; the eyes, crown, and border of Mary's clothes are decorated with dark blue and turquoise enameled beads.
  • Dimensions: H. 19.8 cm
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1222
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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