Head of a lady
Relief
1st half 16th century (made)
1st half 16th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
This relief representing the head of a lady was probably made in the first half of the 16th century South Germany. This was perhaps based on a medal by Hans Schwartz.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Head of a lady (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Mother of pearl |
| Brief description | Head of a lady, mother of pearl relief, South German, first half of the 16th century |
| Physical description | The lady is in profile facing right, her jair under a net surmounted by a hat with a slit upturned brim and a low crown. She wears an embroidered coat fitting high upon the neck. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mr T. Whitcombe Green |
| Production | Perhaps based on a medal by Hans Schwartz. |
| Summary | This relief representing the head of a lady was probably made in the first half of the 16th century South Germany. This was perhaps based on a medal by Hans Schwartz. |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | A.85-1929 |
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| Record created | January 9, 2004 |
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