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The Decollation of St. John the Baptist
Painter: Unknown
Clearly part of a multiple retable.
History note: Count Hilezek, Burg Kreuzenstein; with Abrin Silberman (New York) from whom bought by the donor in 1960
Through the American Friends of Cambridge University
61
69.8
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Method of acquisition: Given (1988) by Straight, Michael
Production date: circa AD 1520 : Date is based upon stylistic grounds.
The old attribution to the circle of Konrad Witz is untenable.
Support composed of panel (wood)
Painting (image-making) : Oil on panel
Accession number: PD.28-1988
Primary reference Number: 3041
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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