Nativity (five figures forming a presepio)
Antonio Rossellino · 15th century
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This "Nativity (five figures forming a presepio)" is attributed to Antonio Rossellino and dates to the 15th century. The artwork is composed of five individual painted terracotta figures: Joseph (24 1/2 in. / 62.2 cm high), Mary (34 7/8 in. / 88.6 cm high), the Christ Child (17 1/2 in. / 44.5 cm long), an Ox (17 1/2 in. / 44.5 cm high), and an Ass (17 1/2 in. / 44.5 cm high).
Antonio Rossellino was an Italian artist active from 1427 to 1479. The Met acquired this sculpture through the Rogers Fund in 1911. It is classified under Sculpture in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department.
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