Angels presenting the arms of Halewyn impaling Van Ghistele

Nardon Pénicaud

first quarter 16th century · Painted enamel on copper, partly gilt · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

From the direction of the gazes and the tilt of the head of the figure at center left, it is possible to suggest that the four angels were originally intended as witnesses to a scene, perhaps a Nativity, on another plaque framed below this one, along with others, in a triptych.

Artist

Nardon Pénicaud

Date

first quarter 16th century

Medium

Painted enamel on copper, partly gilt

Culture

French, Limoges

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Bequest of Benjamin Altman, 1913