Friday

Niclaus Gerhaert von Leyden (-1473)



Madonna mit dem Kind
(Dangolsheimer Muttergottes), Straßburg, 1460-65

6 comments:

Marcus said...

Simply wonderful, I have a special appreciation for sculpture, it touches me so very deep. Loved the post.

Aputsiaq said...

Hi Marcus! It is a wonderful sculpture! I must say that the first thing I noticed was her hair (..and I know that it wasn't the thing I 'ought' to, when it is a sculpture of Virgin Mary!)...but it is so beautiful!

renilde said...

Lovely sculpture,i like her face and the faded colours are just beautiful.A real mother and child portrait,thanks for sharing,Renilde

Aputsiaq said...

Hi Renilde! So glad to see you!! Welcome! And thanks for your comment! She really is wonderful :O)

basicnorth said...

Simply stunning - the longer to look, the more to admire!

Aputsiaq said...

Hi Basic North! I've been thinking about you lately! Many warm thoughts go you way!! It is a wonderful sculpture ;O)