Jupiter and Juno
Relief
16th century (made)
16th century (made)
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This alabaster relief represents Jupiter and Juno, ancient Roman Gods who were twins and also husband and wife. The relief shows the two figures in classical dress embracing with an putti above.
Object details
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| Title | Jupiter and Juno |
| Materials and techniques | Alabaster |
| Brief description | Jupiter and Juno (?); Alabaster painted wood Flemish 16th cent |
| Physical description | Relief in alabaster. Two figures in classical dress are shown seated with a putti above. The seated female figure on the left has a bird with outstretched wings standing on her left hand. In a frame decorated with interlocking circles. |
| Object history | Given by Mr Frank L. Pearson. |
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| Summary | This alabaster relief represents Jupiter and Juno, ancient Roman Gods who were twins and also husband and wife. The relief shows the two figures in classical dress embracing with an putti above. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | A.10-1943 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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