Melchior of the Three Kings from an Adoration Group, before 1489


Melchior of the Three Kings from an Adoration Group, before 1489, Made in Swabia, Germany, German, Poplar, paint and gilt, 40 × 28 3/4 × 21 1/4 in., 47 lb. ( × 73 × 54 cm, kg), Sculpture-Wood, These three kings along with a seated Virgin and Child formed the central shrine of a large altarpiece with painted wings. The attenuated, elegant figures and the broad drapery patterns are characteristic of Late Gothic sculpture in Swabia


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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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