Beautiful 1939 Tipped-In Print Manchester Madonna Christ St John Angel Michelangelo XAN3

This is an original 1939 tipped-in color print of an unfinished painting by Michelangelo known as Manchester Madonna, after it was displayed at an exhibition there in 1857. Today it resides in the National Gallery, London. Mary's breast is uncovered, which was a common theme for medieval representations of the Mother. The Christ child reaches across her lap with his cousin John beside him, whose life as John the Baptist is foreshadowed by the animal skin he wears. Behind him, angels read off a scroll, twins of those that were unfinished on the other side. This was one of Michelangelo's earlier works.

CONDITION

This 72+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is printing on the reverse of the mounting board.

• Product Type: Orig. Tipped-in Print; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.25 x 9.75 inches; 18 x 25 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Renaissance, uncompleted

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