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Baptismal angel

Bertel Thorvaldsen ( - 1844)

Artist/Maker

Material / Technique

Marble

Dimensionsh: Mått 181 cm

Inventory numberNMSk 1363

AcqusitionPurchase 1932

Other titlesTitel (sv): Dopängel Titel (en): Baptismal angel

DescriptionDescription: The Angel is a baptismal font by Thorvaldsen for the Vor Frue church in Copenhagen. It was located in front of the altar at the end of the central aisle, giving the impression that the angel greeted the visitors, making them a part of the community through baptism. It was later replaced by a kneeling angel in front of a monumental figure of Christ with open arms. Thorvaldsen was, in addition to Antonio Canova, the foremost sculptor of his time.

Exhibited

Collection

MaterialMarble (Stone)

TechniqueCut