Neptune

German, probably Nuremberg

early 17th century

Not on view

Part of a table fountain.

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Title: Neptune
Date: early 17th century
Culture: German, probably Nuremberg
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: Height: 16 in. (40.6 cm)
Classification: Sculpture-Bronze
Credit Line: Bequest of Michael Dreicer, 1921
Object Number: 22.60.31
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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