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The Virgin
French (Lorraine)
early 17th century
Object Place: Europe, France, Lorraine
Medium/Technique
Ivory or bone
Dimensions
Overall: 21.5 x 8.9 x 7 cm (8 7/16 x 3 1/2 x 2 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Otis Norcross Fund
Accession Number55.468
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CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsSculpture
These three mourning figures would have been grouped below a crucifix, with the image of Christ carved in ivory and mounted on a cross, possibly made of ebony. The forceful expressiveness of posture and gesture recall monumental works of sculpture, while the intricacy of detail demonstrates the sculptor's virtuosity in carving precious ivory.
DescriptionHooded & draped in scalloped edged cloak, with folds cut in flat back. Figure from a Crucifixion group. On narrow polygonal base. Set with 55.469-70.
ProvenanceBy 1955, with Nicolas E. Landau, Paris; 1955, sold by Landau to the MFA for 480,000 fr. (includes 55.469 and 55.470). (Accession date: September 15, 1955).