St. Anthony
Statuette
early 18th century (made)
early 18th century (made)
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Place of origin |
The fresh modelling of this terracotta suggests the piece is a working sketch. It is said to be possibly a study by Artus Quellinus the Younger at the Cathedral of our Lady, Antwerp. Terracotta in the Van Herck Collection (see: D. Allard).
Object details
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Title | St. Anthony (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Terracotta |
Brief description | Statuette, sketch model, terracotta, St Anthony of Padua, Flemish, early 18th century |
Physical description | St Anthony stands, his right leg slightly bent, holding the Christchild on his left arm. |
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Object history | Bought at Christies Manson & Woods, 13 April 1983, Lot 57, by Rosewood Investments on behalf of the Museum for £819 (Deptmental Grant). |
Historical context | The fresh modelling suggests the piece is a working sketch. It is said to be possibly a study by Artus Quellinus the Younger at the Cathedral of our Lady, Antwerp. Terracotta in the Van Herck Collection. |
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Summary | The fresh modelling of this terracotta suggests the piece is a working sketch. It is said to be possibly a study by Artus Quellinus the Younger at the Cathedral of our Lady, Antwerp. Terracotta in the Van Herck Collection (see: D. Allard). |
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Accession number | A.44-1983 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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