Mythological scene
Relief
late 17th century (made)
late 17th century (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
This relief representing a mythological scene was probably made in France, in about 1680-1700. This is made of tortoiseshell and mounted on a piece of brocade.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Mythological scene |
| Materials and techniques | Relief in pressed tortoise shell |
| Brief description | Mythological scene, tortoise shell relief, French, late 17th century |
| Physical description | In the centre Juno is seated on a throne with an eagle and another bird (a peacock?) behind her. She leans forward with her right hand to her breast. Minerva on the left interposes her Gorgon shield and takes the left hand of a man (Hercules) who has fallen on his back before Juno. On the right a boy (Ganymede?) spilling a wine-cup. Behind Jupiter approaches. The relief is mounted on a piece of brocade. |
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| Credit line | Given by Dr W. L. Hildburgh FSA |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Summary | This relief representing a mythological scene was probably made in France, in about 1680-1700. This is made of tortoiseshell and mounted on a piece of brocade. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | A.105-1929 |
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| Record created | January 9, 2004 |
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