Jubilant Putto (possibly The Infant Christ)

c. 1750

Probably Austrian 18th Century

Associated Names
Austrian 18th Century

Sculptor

The sculpture depicts a cherubic figure with outstretched arms and a gentle expression. It is made of painted wood, with soft pinkish hues for the skin tones and carefully painted facial features. The hair is brown with detailed curls. The figure is draped with a golden cloth, contrasting with the skin tones. The pose suggests movement, typical of cherub representations. The realistic details in the face and body make the figure relatable and lifelike.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    polychromed and gilded lindenwood

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    height: 83 cm (32 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2006.70.1

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Possibly the Ursuline Convent, Vienna.[1] (Dr. Rainer Jungbauer, Straubing, Germany); purchased 23 June 2006 by NGA.
[1] Dr. Jungbauer wrote to Alison Luchs (e-mail of 11 March 2008, in NGA curatorial files), that the sculpture is "said to come from the 'Ursulinen Convent' in Vienna" and that this was an abandoned monastery.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q63863498

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