Sculpture - Renaissance - Marble - 16th century
A sculpture of the Madonna and Child standing in contraposto, barefoot on clouds in with a small winged cherub's head in the middle. Carved from white marble with a slightly pinkish hue. Italy, probably Emilia or Le Marche. Renaissance. 16th century. Dimensions: H 45cm ; W 14cm ; D 9. 5cm In good condition with normal traces of use, age and wear and a fine patina. The head of the child has been missing since longtime, as can be seen from the even patination around the neck area.
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A sculpture of the Madonna and Child standing in contraposto, barefoot on clouds in with a small winged cherub's head in the middle. Carved from white marble with a slightly pinkish hue. Italy, probably Emilia or Le Marche. Renaissance. 16th century. Dimensions: H 45cm ; W 14cm ; D 9. 5cm In good condition with normal traces of use, age and wear and a fine patina. The head of the child has been missing since longtime, as can be seen from the even patination around the neck area.