Ivory diptych - Annunciation & Nativity [1275-1325]

Ivory Diptych with scenes of the Nativity, the Adoration of the Magi, the Crucifixion, and the Last Judgement [1275-1325]

Unknown artist, French, Île de France

Each Panel: 24.1 x 13.3 cm

RISDM (Rhode Island School of Design Museum)

Museum Appropriation Fund 22.201

 

Charming details:

Mary seizes the arm of her newborn infant, whereas the Christ child fondles the head of the ass.

One shepherd (above Mary's head) plays the bagpipe.

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