Allegory of Wisdom

Anonymous, Swiss, late 16th to early 17th century Swiss

late 16th–early 17th century

Not on view

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Title: Allegory of Wisdom
Artist: Anonymous, Swiss, late 16th to early 17th century
Date: late 16th–early 17th century
Medium: Watercolor and gold over graphite
Dimensions: sheet: 3 15/16 x 2 5/8 in. (10 x 6.7 cm)
Classification: Drawings
Credit Line: Purchase, Jean A. Bonna Gift, 2007
Object Number: 2007.223.17
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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