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Mater Dolorosa (Mourning Virgin)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
Museum record:
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