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Plaquette

18th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This plaquette in bronze represents the Adoration of the Shepherds. This was probably made in the 18th century Spain. It was acquired by Dr. Hildburgh in Burgos.


Object details

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Brief description
Plaquette adoration of the shepherds; bronze Spanish 18th century.
Physical description
Bronze plaquette representing the Adoration of the Shepherds. The Virgin kneels on the right uncovering the naked Child in the manger. On the left are three shepherds and shepherdess, one kneeling beyond the manger and another carrying a lamb in his arms. St Joseph stands behind the Virgin with the ass in front of him. In the background the stable.
Dimensions
  • Height: 20.9cm
  • Width: 17.7cm
Subjects depicted
Summary
This plaquette in bronze represents the Adoration of the Shepherds. This was probably made in the 18th century Spain. It was acquired by Dr. Hildburgh in Burgos.
Collection
Accession number
A.14-1930

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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