Nativity

Datelate 15th Century

Modern PlaceLombardy, Italy, Southern Europe, Europe

MediumPolychromed wood

ClassificationsSculpture

Dimensions11 1/4 inches × 65 inches × 35 1/4 inches (28.58 × 165.1 × 89.54 cm)

Credit LineGift of F. Steinmeyer

Object number25.208

DescriptionIn the foreground, in high relief, is the Holy Family and other figures in front of a stable. The Virgin is kneeling with her hands folded in prayer. She is wearing a mantle decorated with geometric patterns and Latin inscriptions. A small child, in the lower center, holds a portion of the Virgin's mantle to form a cradle upon which lies the Christ Child. In the lower right there is a cluster of people. Entering the composition from the upper left there is a winding path with people, including shepherds and the Three Magi.

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