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This sculpture representing the Immaculate Conception reflects the cross-cultural importance of Mary. Its hands and face were carved from ivory in the Philippines and then shipped to the New World, where they were set into the wooden sculpture. Unknown artist, “Virgin of the Immaculate Conception,” 18th century; Philippines and Guatemala; Wood, ivory, pigment, gilding, gessoed cloth, and silver, 25 7/8 x 27 x 10 1/4 in.; Brooklyn Museum, Frank L. Babbott Fund; inv. 42.384. Photo courtesy of National Museum of Women in the Arts
Sally Morrow

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