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Description

Painting of the coronation of the virgin Mary. The painting depicts a woman kneeling before three identical standing male figures who are all placing a crown on her head. The man on the left holds a sceptre and the man on the right holds a cross-bearing orb. Mary holds her hands together in front of her, above a red Ankh. All four figures have halos. Painted on canvas, in a carved wooden frame with a metal hook at the top back.

Cultural Context

Cuzco school painting; c. 18 century.

Narrative

Fred Braches collected the piece when he was stationed in Peru, while working in the merchant navy.

Item History

  • Made in Cuzco, Peru ? between 1700 and 1800
  • Collected between 1950 and 1970
  • Owned by Helmi Braches before October 22, 2024
  • Received from Helmi Braches (Donor) on October 22, 2024

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