The Crucifixion

Attributed to Colin Nouailher French

Frame probably by the workshop of Alfred André French

mid-16th century

Not on view

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Title: The Crucifixion
Maker: Attributed to Colin Nouailher (French, active 1539, d. after 1571)
Maker: Frame probably by the workshop of Alfred André (French, 1839–1919)
Date: mid-16th century
Culture: French, Limoges
Medium: Painted enamel on copper, partly gilt; gilt-brass frame
Dimensions: 8 3/4 × 6 7/8 in. (22.2 × 17.5 cm)
Classification: Enamels
Credit Line: The Friedsam Collection, Bequest of Michael Friedsam, 1931
Object Number: 32.100.271
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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