Finial
ca. 1600 (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
This bronze finial is in the form of a fleur-de-lis, a stylised lily, which suggests that it was probably made in France. It dates from about 1600 but we do not know exactly where it was used. It may be from a set of railings surrounding the tomb of a wealthy nobleman.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Bronze |
| Brief description | Bronze finial in the shape of a four-dimensional fleur-de-lys, French, ca. 1600 |
| Physical description | Bronze cast in the form of a four-dimensional fleur-de-lys; with iron spike for attachment. |
| Dimensions |
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| Credit line | Dr W.L. Hildburgh Bequest |
| Subject depicted | |
| Summary | This bronze finial is in the form of a fleur-de-lis, a stylised lily, which suggests that it was probably made in France. It dates from about 1600 but we do not know exactly where it was used. It may be from a set of railings surrounding the tomb of a wealthy nobleman. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | M.314-1956 |
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| Record created | February 9, 2004 |
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