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The Descent of the Holy Ghost The Descent of the Holy Ghost
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The Descent of the Holy Ghost

Sandro Botticelli

Art Funded
1959
Dimensions
210 x 230 cm
Vendor
Julius Weitzner
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.

Provenance

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

Oil on panel

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