Samson slaying the Lion; Jacob's Ladder

One panel attributed to Jos Murer

One panel attributed to Christoph Murer Swiss

16th century

Not on view

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Title: Samson slaying the Lion; Jacob's Ladder
Maker: One panel attributed to Jos Murer (1530–1580)
Maker: One panel attributed to Christoph Murer (Swiss, Zurich 1558–1614 Winterthur)
Date: 16th century
Culture: Swiss, Zurich
Medium: Stained glass
Dimensions: Overall: 11 3/4 × 9 3/4 in. (29.8 × 24.8 cm)
Classification: Glass-Stained
Credit Line: Gift of Coudert Brothers, 1888
Object Number: 88.3.87
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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