Winged altar with nativity motifs
A nativity crib in the shape of an altar
This crib in the shape of a 2.3-metre-high and 1.8-metre-wide winged altar was made in 1947 by Luis Insam from St. Ulrich for his family. The altar, reminiscent of neo-Gothic style, is carved from Swiss pine and is unvarnished. It depicts the three kings on their journey to Bethlehem, the shepherds' adoration and, on its wings, there are reliefs showing the nativity story, for which the artist deploys a rural farm setting.
Main category:
Art
Subcategory:
Sculpture
Epoch:20th century
Area(s):Ortisei
GPS coordinates:@11.66599,46.57712
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