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Putto with attributes of the Muse Euterpe

16th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Putto with attributes of the Muse Euterpe
  • Artist: Peter Flötner (German, Thurgau 1485–1546 Nuremberg)
  • Date: 16th century
  • Culture: German, Nuremberg
  • Medium: Silver gilt
  • Dimensions: 1 7/8 × 1 1/4 in. (4.8 × 3.2 cm)
  • Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
  • Credit Line: Theodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
  • Object Number: 30.95.130
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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