Inkstand
16th century (made)
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This is an inkstand made in the 16th century Italy. This inkstand is in bronze and representing Medusa, Cupids, Nessus and Deianeira.
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Brief description | Inkstand, Medusa, Cupids, Nessus and Deianeira. Italian ca. 1500. |
Physical description | Inkstand, bronze cast in relief, on four claw and acanthus feet. Representing a Medusa head within a laurel wreath flanked by Cupids (cover); a bust between cornucopia flanked by groups of Nessus and Deianeira (back & front); and a Medusa mask above a swag of laurel on either side. |
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Credit line | Bequeathed by D. M. Currie |
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Summary | This is an inkstand made in the 16th century Italy. This inkstand is in bronze and representing Medusa, Cupids, Nessus and Deianeira. |
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Accession number | M.161-1921 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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