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The Virgin & Child with Four Angels

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a woman holding a child, surrounded by small cherubic figures with wings. The woman wears flowing robes and has a halo around her head, while the child also has a halo and is cradled in the woman's arms. The sculpture is made of bronze, giving it a dark golden hue with patina in some areas. The details are intricate, focusing on the clothing folds and features of the figures. It is designed with a rectangular base and a hole for wall-mounting.

Artwork Details

Date
early 16th century
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
4515 × 5878 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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