Plaquette
late 16th or early 17th century (made)
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This plaquette, probably made in the late 16th or early 17th century, represents the Adoration of the Magi. The Virgin is seated in the foreground with the naked Child in her lap. One of the kings kneels, the other two stand on left and right. St. Joseph stands behind the Virgin.
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Brief description | Plaquette, the Adoration of the Magi, gilt brass. Spanish late 16th or early 17th century. |
Physical description | Plaquette in gilt brass representing the Adoration of the Magi. The Virgin is seated in the foreground with the naked Child in her lap. One of the kings kneels, the other two stand on left and right. St. Joseph stands behind the Virgin. In the background, on the left, is the kings' retinue with camels, on the right, classical buildings with the ox and ass. |
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Summary | This plaquette, probably made in the late 16th or early 17th century, represents the Adoration of the Magi. The Virgin is seated in the foreground with the naked Child in her lap. One of the kings kneels, the other two stand on left and right. St. Joseph stands behind the Virgin. |
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Accession number | A.40-1925 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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