European Decorative Arts and Sculpture Diptych with scenes of the Life and Passion of Christ Made in Paris, France, Europe1350-75 Artist/maker unknown, French Ivory * Gallery 216, European Art 1100-1500, second floor 1921-20-1 Gift of Mrs. Charles Wolcott Henry, 1921 |
LabelIvory reliefs like this one were most often made for private devotion. Works in this refined style were a specialty of Parisian craftsmen, and this piece is similar in style to ivories attributed to the anonymous "Paris Passion atelier." Although miniature, these religious scenes in architectural settings echo the dense sculptural decoration carved in stone on church façades.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
