The Rape of Ganymede

Caradosso (Cristoforo Caradosso Foppa)

Designer Probably after a design by Leonardo da Vinci Italian

16th century

Not on view

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Title: The Rape of Ganymede
Maker: Caradosso (Cristoforo Caradosso Foppa) (before 1475–1526/7)
Designer: Probably after a design by Leonardo da Vinci (Italian, Vinci 1452–1519 Amboise)
Date: 16th century
Culture: Italian, Milan
Medium: Bronze, remains of gilding
Dimensions: Overall: 1 15/16 × 1 7/8 in. (4.9 × 4.8 cm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1918
Object Number: 18.70.10
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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