Statuette
ca. 1850-1900 (made)
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The small flecks in the wood, which are distinctive of walnut can be seen; there are also faint traces of painted colour. This group imitates sculpture of the fifteenth century, but is probably a nineteenth century fake.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Carved walnut formerly polychromed |
| Brief description | Carved walnut, statuette of the Virgin and Child, France, late 19th century |
| Physical description | Group of the Virgin and Child, carved walnut, with slight traces of colour. The child, holding an open book, is supported on the left arm of the Virgin, who bore in her right hand a lily (now missing). The whole rests on a rectangular moulded pedestal. |
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| Summary | The small flecks in the wood, which are distinctive of walnut can be seen; there are also faint traces of painted colour. This group imitates sculpture of the fifteenth century, but is probably a nineteenth century fake. |
| Bibliographic reference | List of Works of Art acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum during the Year 1901 arranged according to the Dates of Acquisition. London: Her Majesty's Stationary Office. Wyman and Sons. 1904. pp.23 |
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| Accession number | 123-1901 |
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| Record created | May 15, 2009 |
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