Coronation of the Virgin
Relief
late 15th century (made)
late 15th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
This relief representing the Coronation of the Virgin was probably made in the late 15th century South Germany. This is thin and convex, and the faces are worn and the margins are slightly chipped.
Object details
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| Title | Coronation of the Virgin (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Carved mother of pearl |
| Brief description | Carved mother of pearl relief depicting the Coronation of the Virgin, South Germany, late 15th century |
| Physical description | Carved mother of pearl relief depicting the Coronation of the Virgin. The Virgin is seated with her hands together in prayer. On the left Christ is seated and is placing the crown on her head. On the right God crowned and holding an orb, gives the benediction. Above in the centre is a dove. The relief is thin and convex; the faces are worn and the margins slightly chipped. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mr T. Whitcombe Green |
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| Summary | This relief representing the Coronation of the Virgin was probably made in the late 15th century South Germany. This is thin and convex, and the faces are worn and the margins are slightly chipped. |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | A.62-1929 |
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| Record created | November 2, 2004 |
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