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Figure of a Turk
Production: Unknown (Uncertain)
Bronze. Seated, but in an attitude of writhing movement, his right hand points to his heart. The drapery leaves his right shoulder and chest bare. His left arm is drawn back and bent as in surprise. His left knee is raised so that his left foot touches the calf of his right leg. He has a long moustache and wears a turban. Dark brown patina - traces of gilding.
Given by Mr and Mrs J. Hunt
Height: 13.9 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1946) by Hunt, John, Mr and Mrs
17th Century#
Circa
1600
CE
-
1700
CE
Previously attributed to Pietro Tacca (1577-1640).
Surface
composed of
gilt
( traces of)
Plinth
Depth 6.5 cm
Height 7.1 cm
Width 8.1 cm
Figure
Depth 8.2 cm
Height 12.2 cm
Width 8 cm
Decoration
Patinating : Bronze, patinated with traces of gilding
Accession number: M.1-1946
Primary reference Number: 13908
External ID: CAM_CCF_M_1_1946
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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