European Renaissance
History of the Franciscan Order
Description:
These casts are details from the Church of Santa Croce in Florence telling the history of the Franciscan Order, there are several pieces. (a) A niche with detail arch encircles the figures of a Madonna in draped clothing holding a child. (b) A decorative relief from the pulpit shows various decorations and winged creatures.
Period of Original: Renaissance
Origin of Original: Florence, Italy
Location of the Cast: 20 W. 44 St. New York, NY USA
Provenance: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Condition: Damage to the niche includes the missing head and arm of the Madonna figure, the reliefs remain relatively undamaged. Cast has been thoroughly cleaned and restored.
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