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Figure of St James the Greater

Figure
early 16th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This cast figure form of St James the Greater was originally part of a chandelier. He is dressed as a pilgrim; his right hand is pierced to hold something, possibly a drip pan (which is missing).


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleFigure of St James the Greater (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Brass
Brief description
St James the Greater From a chandelier, copper alloy, Flanders, 1600-1625
Physical description
Figure from a chandelier (St James the Greater), vested as a pilgrim, the right hand is pierced to hold something (which is missing). With round base.
Dimensions
  • Top of hat to base; maximum height: 20cm
  • Across elbows ( maximum) width: 7cm
  • Across base depth: 6.1cm
Credit line
Given anonymously
Subjects depicted
Summary
This cast figure form of St James the Greater was originally part of a chandelier. He is dressed as a pilgrim; his right hand is pierced to hold something, possibly a drip pan (which is missing).
Collection
Accession number
M.34-1952

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Record createdFebruary 10, 2004
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