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The Virgin: MAR.M.260-1912

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The Virgin

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Production: Unknown

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Description

The Virgin from a Crucifixion Group; carved boxwood in the round. The Virgin stands dejected with grief, her hands outspread in a gesture of sorrow. The voluminous drapery folds envelop the figure.

Legal notes

C.B. Marlay Bequest

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1912) by Marlay, Charles Brinsley

Dating

17th Century
Circa 1650 - 1700

Note

18th November 1927: Dr Berliner, in a letter, said it probably came from a Flemish workshop in 2nd half of 17th century

People, subjects and objects depicted

Project

  • Sculpture UK

Components of the work

Plinth Depth 7.9 cm Height 4.1 cm Width 7.4 cm
Figure Depth 9.2 cm Height 26 cm Width 11.3 cm

Materials used in production

Boxwood

Techniques used in production

Carving : Carved boxwood in the round

Identification numbers

Accession number: MAR.M.260-1912
Primary reference Number: 30043
External ID: CAM_CCF_MAR_M_260_1912

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 30 April 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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