The Annunciation
Relief
late 15th century (made)
late 15th century (made)
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Place of origin |
This relief representing the Annunciation was probably made in the late 15th century South Germany. This is carved in Mother of pearl and set in a silver mount.
Object details
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Title | The Annunciation (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Carved mother of pearl with a silver mount |
Brief description | Carved mother of pearl relief depicting the Annunciation, South Germany, late 15th century |
Physical description | Carved mother of pearl relief depicting the Annunciation. The Virgin kneels on the right by her desk on which there is an open book. On the left an angel kneels holding a scroll and giving the blessing. Above appear another smaller angel in the clouds and also the dove. The relief is convex, cracked and has its edges chipped. In a sliver mount with a ring and loop. |
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Credit line | Given by Mr T. Whitcombe Green |
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Summary | This relief representing the Annunciation was probably made in the late 15th century South Germany. This is carved in Mother of pearl and set in a silver mount. |
Bibliographic reference | Victoria and Albert Museum, Review of the Principal Acquisitions During the Year 1929. London. p. 11. pl. VIII. |
Collection | |
Accession number | A.21-1929 |
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Record created | November 2, 2004 |
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