Christ Child leaning

Unknown, from Quito1780/1860

Museo de Artes Universidad de los Andes
Santiago de Chile, Chile

The figure of Child Jesus in the Quito school of sculpture displays a varied repertoire of attitudes: He can be seen asleep or awake, on His back with open arms, with an attribute in His hand or blessing.

Details

Title: Christ Child leaning
Creator: Unknown, from Quito
Creator Lifespan: 1750/1870
Date: 1780/1860
Physical Dimensions: w21 x h37 x d17 cm (Complete)
Provenance: Donation
Type: Religious sculpture, EN007
Rights: Museo de Artes Universidad de los Andes
External Link: Museo de Artes Universidad de los Andes
Medium: Wood, polychromy
Technique: Carved wood, polychromy, flesh painting
Exhibition: Santiago de Chile, 33.4012862,70.5079439

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