Rhenish Pieta

  • Picture of partially cleaned Alabaster Rhenish Pieta

    Surface Cleaning Transforms 15th Century Rhenish Pietà

    The white areas of the Pietà show beginning conservation efforts. The Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery recently learned more about its Rhenish Pietà, created by an unknown German artist in the 15th century. This sculpture is made of alabaster and is covered in centuries worth of grime, masking the fine details… Read More

    Jul 13, 2020