Statuette
18th century (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
This terracotta group consists of a cherub seated on a net draped over a rocks with a bird (possibly a dove) perched on his right shoulder. The cherub is looking down at a dog on the left, who tries to clamber up, while held back by the second cherub.
Object details
| Category | |
| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Terracotta |
| Brief description | Statuette, terracota, German, 18th century |
| Physical description | Terracotta group of two cherubs with a dog and a bird. One cherub is seated on a net draped over a rock with a bird perched on his right shoulder. He looks down at a dog on the left who tries to clamber up, while held back by the second cherub. Rather roughly modelled. Chipped and damaged in places. |
| Object history | Given by Dr W.L Hildburgh, F.S.A. |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Summary | This terracotta group consists of a cherub seated on a net draped over a rocks with a bird (possibly a dove) perched on his right shoulder. The cherub is looking down at a dog on the left, who tries to clamber up, while held back by the second cherub. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | A.2-1940 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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