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Johan III, King of Sweden (r. 1569–1592)

ca. 1700
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Johan III, King of Sweden (r. 1569–1592)
  • Artist: Arfvid Karlsteen (Swedish, 1654–1718)
  • Date: ca. 1700
  • Culture: Swedish
  • Medium: Silver
  • Dimensions: Diameter (Confirmed): 2 1/16 in. × 3/16 in. (51.6 × 4.9 mm)
  • Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
  • Credit Line: Gift of The Mark and Lottie Salton Trust, 2021
  • Object Number: 2023.569.235
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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