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Altar Frontal

late 14th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 306
The central reliefs depict the Epiphany, or Adoration of the magi (above), and the Coronation of the Virgin (below). The twelve apostles stand to either side among angels, some carrying symbols of the Passion or playing musical instruments.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Altar Frontal
  • Date: late 14th century
  • Culture: British
  • Medium: Oak
  • Dimensions: Overall (with frame): 30 3/16 x 64 3/8 x 3 in. (76.7 x 163.5 x 7.6 cm)
    Overall: 54lb. (24.5kg)
    without frame: 27 7/8 x 62 in. (70.8 x 157.5 cm)
  • Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1930
  • Object Number: 30.69
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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