Plaquette
1st half of the 16th century (made)
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This plaquette in lead representing St. John the Baptist was probably made in the first half of the 16th century Italy. It was acquired in Bologna in 1910.
Object details
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| Brief description | Plaquette St John the Baptist, lead Italian 16th century. |
| Physical description | Plaquette in lead representing St. John the Baptist. Youthful beardless St. John seated beneath a tree. In his right hand he holds a pen, the left hand pointing upwards. At his feet lies a dog; and beside him a book and cruciform staff. |
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| Summary | This plaquette in lead representing St. John the Baptist was probably made in the first half of the 16th century Italy. It was acquired in Bologna in 1910. |
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| Accession number | A.29-1927 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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