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Madonna and Child

Antonio Rossellino

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a relief of a mother holding a small child. Both figures have halos. The sculpture is made from a light-colored material and has delicately carved details. The figures are framed by a rectangular, ornate frame with a gilded, golden finish. The mother figure has serene features. She supports the child with one hand while the child stands confidently. This sculpture is mounted on a wall.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1475/1478
Medium
marble
Dimensions
4080 × 5395 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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