Virgin and Child

c. 1440

circle of Donatello

(Italian, c. 1386–1466)
Overall: 9.5 x 7.6 cm (3 3/4 x 3 in.)
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Plaquettes emerged during the Renaissance in connection with the revival of interest in ancient Greek and Roman coins and medallions. This small-scale devotional image provided a personal and private connection between the owner and the religious figures. The two small holes suggest that it may have been hung on a wall, and the child's foreshortened arms and slant of the Virgin's head could imply that it was originally placed above eye level.
Virgin and Child

Virgin and Child

c. 1440

Donatello

(Italian, c. 1386–1466)
Italy, 15th century

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