Silhouettes of husband and wife, with eight children, said to represent the Von Baer family

late 18th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 553

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Silhouettes of husband and wife, with eight children, said to represent the Von Baer family
  • Date: late 18th century
  • Culture: probably German
  • Medium: Glass, reverse-painted and gilt (verre églomisé); gilt wood frame
  • Dimensions: 18 1/2 x 13 1/8 in. (47 x 33.3 cm.)
  • Classification: Glass
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Mary Martin, 1938
  • Object Number: 38.145.33
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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