Head of a Cleric from a Tomb Effigy, 1450–60, Made in France, French, Red sandstone, Overall: 9 5/8 x 6 3/4 x 7 9/16 in. (

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Head of a Cleric from a Tomb Effigy, 1450–60, Made in France, French, Red sandstone, Overall: 9 5/8 x 6 3/4 x 7 9/16 in. ( x x cm), Sculpture-Stone, The identity of this remarkably realistic portrait is not known, but the shaved head (tonsure) indicates that a priest or a monk is represented. The supposed Moyenmoutier origin and similar sculptures in Basel and the Upper Rhine region suggest a creative, itinerant carver working in eastern France

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

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