Prometheus and Vulture

Koren Der Harootian American, born Armenia

1948

Not on view

Artwork Details

Title: Prometheus and Vulture
Artist: Koren Der Harootian (American (born Armenia), Ashodavan 1909–1991 New York)
Date: 1948
Medium: Marble
Dimensions: 62 1/2 x 33 3/4 x 15 1/2 in. (158.8 x 85.7 x 39.4 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Gift of Haik Kavookjian, 1948
Object Number: 48.142a-c
Curatorial Department: Modern and Contemporary Art

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