Ceres

Elena Pistrucci British

19th century

Not on view

The artist was the daughter of Benedetto Pistrucci and sister of Maria Elisa Pistrucci. See also 40.20.50, Minerva.

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Title: Ceres
Artist: Elena Pistrucci (British, 1822–1886)
Date: 19th century
Culture: Italian, Rome
Medium: Onyx and gold
Dimensions: 1-15/16 x 1-1/2 in. (4.9 x 3.8 cm)
Classification: Lapidary Work-Gems
Credit Line: The Milton Weil Collection, 1940
Object Number: 40.20.47
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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