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Marsyas

Statuette Marsyas
17th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

The bearded and naked Marsyas is shown bound to a tree trunk with his both hands.

Object details

Category
Object type
TitleMarsyas (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Bronze
Brief description
Statuette, bronze, Marsyas, after the antique, Italian or French, 17th century
Physical description
The bearded and naked Marsyas is shown bound to a tree trunk with his both hands.
Dimensions
  • Height: 54.5cm
Object history
Given by Dr. W. L. Hildburgh, F. S. A., 1956.
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
A.56-1956

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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