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But throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, images of the Virgin as immaculately conceived were widespread in Spain. Here the Virgin is shown poised on a celestial cloud of cherubims. Her delicate features, as well as the silhouetted billowing form, recall the work of the versatile sculptor, painter and architect Alonso Cano (1601-1667), who was active in Granada as well as in Seville.","physicalDescription":"Painted terracotta statuette depicting Virgin of the Immaculate Conception. The young virgin stands looking downwards, resting on  her left leg, her right leg stepping forward. She has long brown hair with small curls falling over her shoulders. Her hands are crossed over her breast, her robes billowing out. 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