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Stand: O.217-1946

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Description

Bronze stand in the shape of a dragon, rearing on its hind legs. The dragon is spotted, and kneeling on one knee with one paw on its hip. The other paw is supporting a lotus seed pod against its neck.

Legal notes

Bequeathed by Oscar Raphael

Measurements and weight

Height: 13.3 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1941) by Raphael, Oscar C.

Materials used in production

Bronze

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Identification numbers

Accession number: O.217-1946
Primary reference Number: 201964

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Created: Monday 29 June 2015 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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