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"Ewer" in the Form of a Sea Monster Ridden by Bacchus

ca. 1860–1907, probably with later additions
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 951

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: "Ewer" in the Form of a Sea Monster Ridden by Bacchus
  • Date: ca. 1860–1907, probably with later additions
  • Culture: German (Aachen) or French (Paris)
  • Medium: Rock crystal, cut on the wheel, enameled gold.
  • Dimensions: H. 19 cm, l. 30 cm.
  • Classifications: Jewelry, Precious Metals and Precious Stones
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1494
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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