Renaissance-style statue of a male saint

Italian

19th century

Not on view

Presumably represents an apostle. Formerly believed to be 15th century Sienese, now believed to be a modern forgery.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Renaissance-style statue of a male saint
Date: 19th century
Culture: Italian
Medium: Terracotta with traces of polychromy
Dimensions: Height: 42 1/2 in. (108 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1921
Object Number: 21.40
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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