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Adoration of Shepherds / Circumcision of Christ

ca. 1660
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Adoration of Shepherds / Circumcision of Christ
  • Artist: Johann Buchheim (German, 1624–1683)
  • Date: ca. 1660
  • Culture: German
  • Medium: Silver
  • Dimensions: Diameter (Confirmed ): 2 9/16 × 3/16 in. (65.1 × 4 mm)
  • Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
  • Credit Line: Gift of The Mark and Lottie Salton Trust, 2021
  • Object Number: 2023.569.197
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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