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The Purification of the Virgin

Unknown artist, 17th century

This relief representing the Purification was probably made in 17th century Florence. The High Priest stands at the top of a flight of steps holding the Child in his hands. A few steps lower the Virgin kneels before him. An elderly man bends down to take some doves from a cage on the left, while behind him a youth lights a torch from the Paschal candle. The background is filled with figures and angels.

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Title of artwork, date

The Purification of the Virgin, 17th century

Date supported

1930

Medium and material

Wax

Dimensions

21 x 16 cm

Gifted by

Richmond Moore

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