Magus from an Adoration Group
Unknown Artist
c. 1460–1475
Medium
polychromed limestone
Dimensions
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Classification
Sculpture
Department
Medieval Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Bequest of John L. Severance
Accession Number
1942.785
About this artwork
This sculpture represents one of the three Magi or kings who witnessed the birth of Jesus. The Magi are identified as Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar and are typically shown in art bearing their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Joseph is often present in these scenes as are shepherds.The single figure shown here was originally part of a sculptural group with many figures. He is shown holding an ornate receptacle with lid. Other figures from the group are not known to have survived, and wh...