Mater Dolorosa (Mourning Virgin)
The sculpture depicts a woman with a white face, wearing a gold robe with intricate designs and a gold head covering. Her hands are clasped together in front of her chest. A gold and black crown-like object with spikes and decorative details sits atop her head. The sculpture appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or gold. The woman sits on a base that resembles a cloud or a flower. The background of the image is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The sculpture is titled "Mater Dolorosa (Mourning Virgin)" by an unknown artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Wood with pigments, gilding, ivory and silver
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 500 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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