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Wooden sculpture of the Virgin Mary holding the infant Christ. The Virgin stands in a contrapposto pose, with flowing, angular drapery and a serene expression. The Christ child is nude, standing upright on her arm and raising one hand in blessing.

S04 E03 – South German or Austrian artist, Virgin and Child of the Apocalypse, about 1490

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The late 15th-century South German or Austrian sculpture of the Virgin and Child of the Apocalypse captures a tender moment of motherhood rooted in biblical imagery, with delicate carving and remnants of vibrant paint evoking divine symbolism and human warmth. Standing on a crescent moon, the youthful Virgin gently cradles the Christ Child, embodying a timeless representation of grace and care.

 

Research by Carmella Brooks
Voiced by Amelia Dorsey

Produced by Blake Chapman in cooperation with the David Owsley Museum of Art and the Ball State School of Art.

Music used in this episode:
Missa Gaudeamus
Composed by Josquin des Prez
Performed by De Labyrinth

Original air date: May 23, 2025

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Created by Ball State School of Art professor Dr. Lara Kuykendall, The Owsley Moment is a brief, informative program that describes one work in the David Owsley Museum of Art's collection every week. Each Moment takes the listener on a small adventure, often telling the history of the piece, recounting the life of the artist, or vividly detailing the characteristics of the work.

The Owsley Moments are written by Ball State art history students. They are produced in collaboration with the David Owsley Museum of Art and Indiana Public Radio and are voiced by Ball State students.

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