Sleeping Christ Child

Filippo Parodi

Cleveland Museum of Art

The sculpture, titled "Sleeping Christ Child," depicts a small, naked male figure lying on its back. The figure has short hair and its head is tilted slightly to the right. The left arm is bent at the elbow with the hand resting on the stomach; the right arm is bent with the palm facing upwards and positioned across the body. The left leg is bent at the knee, while the right leg is straight. The figure appears to be resting on a cloth or fabric that is intricately carved to resemble folds and creases. The cloth is gathered around the body, with some parts smooth and shiny, possibly from being folded or bunched up. The background of the sculpture features an etched circular design, resembling feathers or leaves, which serves as a pillow or headrest for the figure. The entire sculpture is made of white marble or stone.