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18th Century, Napolitan Nativity Sculptures

About the Item

Beautiful pair of large church crib sculptures in wood and painted terracotta with glass eyes depicting a peasant girl helping a beggar woman, typical Neapolitan manufacture from the mid-18th century embellished with small collectible jewels.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.56 in (70 cm)Width: 11.42 in (29 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1770
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Firenze, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7189231318602
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