Virgin and Child
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Virgin and Child

TitleVirgin and Child
ArtistAlexander of Abingdon
Dateca. 1275–1325 13th century
MediumCaen Limestone
ClassificationSculpture-Stone
OriginBritish British
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit linePurchase, Edward J. Gallagher Jr. Bequest, in memory of his father, Edward Joseph Gallagher, his mother, Ann Hay Gallagher, and his son, Edward Joseph Gallagher III; and Caroline Howard Hyman Gift, 2003
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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