Enthroned Virgin and Child, ca. 1260–80, Made in Paris, France, French, Elephant ivory with traces of paint and gilding, Overall

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Enthroned Virgin and Child, ca. 1260–80, Made in Paris, France, French, Elephant ivory with traces of paint and gilding, Overall: 7 1/4 x 3 x 2 7/8 in. ( x x cm), Ivories, This statuette of the Virgin and Child was produced at a time when Paris was the principal European center of ivory carving. The sensitively carved face of the Virgin generates a tender aura, presenting her as a loving mother rather than the Queen of Heaven

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Size: 4322px × 4323px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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