North Italian, late 14th/ early 15th century

There are some losses, including to the Virgin's proper right arm and the child's proper right hand. The wood is carved in several sections and joints are visible on both heads and both pairs of legs. There is some glue residue on a fold of the Virgin's drapery. There is evidence of past worming, having led to losses, notably to the throne on the proper right side and the tops of the heads. There are losses to the polychromy and the gilding throughout. There is a modern wood addition at the back to stabilize the Virgin's head, which is possibly reattached. There are a few metal pins, probably used for stabilization, including to the back, on the top of the child's head and the child's proper left arm. Otherwise the condition is stable, with some dirt and further wear consistent with age.
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