Plaquette
17th century (made)
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This bronze plaquette depicting a Bacchanalian scene was probably made in the 17th century Germany.
Object details
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| Brief description | Plaquette Bacchanalian scene, bronze. German 17th century. |
| Physical description | Bronze plaquette depicting a Bacchanalian scene. Silenus, seated on an ass proceeds to the left, surrounded by three fauns, one of the three supports him, another holds a wine jar on his head, and the third carries a club. To the left is a tree and at its foot squats a satyr. In the background buildings. There are two projecting loops at top, but no rim. |
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| Summary | This bronze plaquette depicting a Bacchanalian scene was probably made in the 17th century Germany. |
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| Accession number | A.48-1927 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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