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Grotesque lamp
Uncertain
Unknown
(Maker)
Bronze, combining the shape of an elephant, pelican, satyr and mask, decorated with grotesque masks.
History note: Cyril Humphris, London
Purchased with the University Purchase Fund
Height: 9.9 cm
Method of acquisition: Bought
(1965-11-25)
by
Cyril Humphris
Mid 16th century
Production date:
circa
AD 1550
copper alloy Bronze
Casting (process) : Bronze, cast, and chased
Chasing
Accession number: M.8-1965
Primary reference Number: 13974
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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts
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