Virgin of the Immaculate Conception

Unknownprobably 18th century

Brooklyn Museum
Brooklyn, New York City, United States

The figure is of lacquered wood except for the hands and face which are ivory. The figure, which stands on a gilded wooden base, wears a flowing robe that flares greatly and she is adorned with a silver crown.

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Details

Title: Virgin of the Immaculate Conception
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: probably 18th century
Type: Sculpture
Rights: Frank L. Babbott Fund
External Link: http://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/710/Virgin_of_the_Immaculate_Conception
Medium: Wood, ivory, pigment, gilding, gessoed cloth, silver
Dimensions: Sculpture: 25 7/8 x 27 x 10 1/4 in. (65.7 x 68.6 x 26 cm)Base: 9 1/4 x 14 1/2 x 23 in. (23.5 x 36.8 x 58.4 cm)
Culture: Hispano-Philippine
Collection: American Art
Accession number: 42.384

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