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Angel

CultureFlemish
Datec. 1700
MediumLinden wood
Dimensions37 15/16 x 22 5/16 x 12 1/16 in. (96.4 x 56.6 x 30.7 cm)
Classificationssculpture
Credit LineGift of the Tyche Foundation
Terms
    Object number2010.31.2
    DescriptionOne of two angels dressed in flowing robes, carved from linden wood. This angel has both hands outstretched (in different directions), and faces toward the proper right. Metal rings embedded at L and R shoulders would have held carved wood wings (per Blumka).
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