Scratching Pug Dog
Statuette
ca. 1590-1630 (made)
ca. 1590-1630 (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
This gilt bronze statuette was probably made in the 16th century Germany. This represents a dog scratching its throat with its left hind leg.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Scratching Pug Dog (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | |
| Brief description | Scratching Pug Dog, German (possibly Nuremburg), ca. 1590-1630 |
| Physical description | Gilt bronze statuette of a scratching dog. The dog is seated, its head turned to the rear, scratching its throat with its left hind leg. On black wooden base. |
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| Subject depicted | |
| Summary | This gilt bronze statuette was probably made in the 16th century Germany. This represents a dog scratching its throat with its left hind leg. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | A.30-1947 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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