Saint Michael Slaying the Demon

German

16th century

Not on view

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Title: Saint Michael Slaying the Demon
Date: 16th century
Culture: German
Medium: Pine, dark stain
Dimensions: Overall: 26 3/8 x 14 1/4 x 8 7/16in. (67 x 36.2 x 21.4cm)
Classification: Sculpture-Wood
Credit Line: The Friedsam Collection, Bequest of Michael Friedsam, 1931
Object Number: 32.100.146
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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