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Angel, c. 1250 (walnut with traces of gilding & polychromy)
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Angel, c. 1250 (walnut with traces of gilding & polychromy)
499708 Angel, c.1250 (walnut with traces of gilding & polychromy)
by French School, (13th century); 78.5x37x23.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Surviving in fragmentary condition, this pair of angels lacks lower arms, hands, wings, and attributes. Their original paint and gilding, now almost entirely lost, once rendered their garments a rich brocade and their hair a luxuriant gold. Nonetheless, in their graceful poses and sublime faces--which may portray tragic interest, anguish, or deep concern--their original delicacy and power are still evident. They embody the monumental style of 13th-century High Gothic cathedral sculpture in France. Their style specifically suggests they were carved in or around Reims, possibly by sculptors associated with the cathedral there. Their original placement is unknown, but they may have flanked an altar on columns or been placed within the spandrels of a ciborium.); Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23238576
© Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund / Bridgeman Images
C13th Curls Curly Hair Walnut Wood Carving
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork of "Angel, c. 1250" by the French School in the 13th century. Carved from walnut with traces of gilding and polychromy, this stunning piece is housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. Despite its fragmentary condition, this pair of angels emanates a profound sense of grace and power. While their lower arms, hands, wings, and attributes are missing, their delicate poses and sublime faces still captivate viewers. The original paint and gilding that once adorned their garments have faded over time but were once resplendent with rich brocade patterns and luxuriant gold hair. These angels embody the monumental style prevalent in 13th-century High Gothic cathedral sculpture in France. Their specific style suggests they may have been carved in or around Reims by sculptors associated with the renowned cathedral there. Although their original placement remains unknown, it is speculated that these angelic figures may have flanked an altar on columns or graced the spandrels of a ciborium. Regardless of where they stood originally, this print allows us to appreciate their enduring delicacy and evocative expressions. Thanks to Bridgeman Images for preserving this remarkable image through Fine Art Finder platform for all art enthusiasts to admire without any commercial use intentions mentioned here.
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