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Fragment of carved wood: M.22-1917

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Titles

Fragment of carved wood

Maker(s)

Unknown

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Description

In a spandrel is a carved grotesque face with a beard. From it radiate two pieces of stylised foliage.

Legal notes

Given by T. D. Atkinson

Measurements and weight

Height: 5 3/4 in
Length: 11 3/8 in

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1917-06-11) by Atkinson, T.D.

Dating

15th Century#
1400 - 1500

Project

  • Sculpture UK

Materials used in production

Wood (plant material)

Techniques used in production

Carving : Wood, carved

Identification numbers

Accession number: M.22-1917
Primary reference Number: 30034
External ID: CAM_CCF_M_22_1917
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2020 Last processed: Thursday 7 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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