Pax with the Madonna of the Rosary

fourth quarter 16th century

Central or North Italian 16th Century

The sculpture shows multiple figures in a religious scene. At the center, a seated figure holds a child, surrounded by two kneeling figures. Two standing figures flank the scene, with a cherubic figure above them. The sculpture is detailed with acanthus leaves and ornamental patterns. It is made of bronze or brass with a dark gold or patinated bronze color. The overall appearance is ornate and intricate, capturing religious iconography in a classical style.

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West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16


Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Johan Willem Frederiks [b. 1889], The Netherlands; (sale, Morton and Eden, London, 18 April 2002, no. 576, as The Virgin of the Rosary); Andrew M. Brown, Anchorage; gift 2002 to NGA.

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Wikidata ID

Q63861604

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