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Heroic Deeds

Figure Group
2001 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Michael Flynn is known for his freely modelled, expressive ceramic figures. This work demonstrates his particular interest in historical porcelain figures, and follows a period working at the Meissen factory.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Figure
  • Figure
TitleHeroic Deeds (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Porcelain, modelled
Brief description
Figure group, 'Heroic Deeds', by Michael Flynn, United Kingdom or Germany, 2001
Physical description
Modelled porcelain figure group in two sections, consisting of two figures, one diving through the legs of the other to catch a cockerel.
Dimensions
  • Height: 29.8cm
  • Width: 35.6cm
Credit line
Given by the artist
Production
Made in Germany or the UK.
Subject depicted
Summary
Michael Flynn is known for his freely modelled, expressive ceramic figures. This work demonstrates his particular interest in historical porcelain figures, and follows a period working at the Meissen factory.
Collection
Accession number
C.23:1, 2-2005

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Record createdAugust 24, 2005
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