The Descent of the Holy Ghost

Sandro Botticelli (circa 1445 - 1510)

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

1500 - 1510

An altarpiece showing the Virgin Mary standing, on a pedestal against an architectural background, in the centre of the Apostles who are grouped around her in a circle. The Holy Ghost is in the form of a dove above her. Undergone considerable restoration. Completed by assistants.

• Medium: oil on panel
• Dimensions: 210 x 230 cm
• Art Fund Grant: £1500 ( Total: £6,000)
• ArtFunded in: 1959
• Vendor: Julius Weitzner

Provenance

Michele and Luigi Gamberini; Abbe Hyeres; Sir Francis Cook; Sir Herbert Cook; The Trustees of the Cook Collection.

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