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Caspar, one of the three Wise Men, from a Neapolitan nativity scene

Unknown1700 – 1859

MAS

MAS
Antwerp, Belgium

Figure with black face, turban, breeches and a rich cloak in blue and gold. It is a representation of Caspar, the Moorish king, one of the Magi who visited the Infant Jesus in the manger.
This figure is part of a nativity scene in Neapolitan style. The scene shows the manger with the Infant Jesus in a Roman ruin. The three Magi, other figures and villagers and city dwellers parade in the theatrical scene, together with an extensive angel choir.

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  • Title: Caspar, one of the three Wise Men, from a Neapolitan nativity scene
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 1700 – 1859
  • Location: Italy
  • Physical Dimensions: height: 35.3cm
  • Subject Keywords: Antwerp History and Folklore
  • Type: Nativity figure
  • Medium: Ceramic, glass, iron, hemp, wood, silk, linen, metal, textile
  • ID: AF.1955.002.022.1-2
  • Department: MAS collection – Folklore
  • Acquisition: Tranferred from Museum Vleeshuis (Antwerp) (1955)
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