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Mourning Virgin
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These figures of the Virgin and Saint John once formed part of a Crucifixion group that would have originally included a figure of Christ on the cross shown at center. Fortunately the original polychromy of the two figures has been preserved, affording the viewer a rare opportunity to appreciate a rich medieval decorative color pattern suggestive of some early textiles. Though they date to the 13th century, the two figures reflect a late 12th-century style.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, 13th century |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1250–1275 |
| Culture / Origin | Spain, Kingdom of Castile and Leon, 13th century |
| Medium | polychromed oak |
| Dimensions | Overall: 151.2 x 33 x 21.6 cm (59 1/2 x 13 x 8 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Sculpture |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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