Virgin of the Annunciation in sculpted limestone. Mid 15th century.
Mary is represented here in the phase known as conturbatio, she is surprised and defiant. The artist therefore chose a young and slender model to highlight the scene.
Relative work of art: Virgin of the Annunciation, Musée de Cluny, Paris Cl. 23796
Origin: France
Medium: Limestone
Size: Height 65 cm
Period: Mid 15th century
Condition: Mounted. Accidents and losses
Ref.153