Angel 1750 - 1799

"Angel" is a 18th-century polychrome wood sculpture by Italian artist Lorenzo Mosca, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Created during the 1700s, the sculpture depicts a winged angel kneeling with a flowing blue and yellow robe. The angel's face is delicately sculpted, showcasing the artistic finesse of the Baroque period. This piece is an example of religious sculpture, portraying a heavenly figure and showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the ethereal beauty of an angelic form.