Virgin and Child
Object type: Plaque
Department: Robert Lehman Collection
Culture: French
Date: middle or second half of 19th century, in the style of a mid-13th century Limoges original
Medium: Appliqué relief from a chasse.  Cast copper, engraved and gilded; the eyes, crown, and border of Mary's clothes are decorated with dark blue and turquoise enameled beads.
Dimensions: H. 19.8 cm
Classification: Metalwork
Credit line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
Accession year: 1975
Tags: Madonna and Child