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Aquamanile in the shape of a Lion: M.15-1917

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Current Location: Gallery 32 (Rothschild)

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Aquamanile in the shape of a Lion

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown (Probably)

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Description

Brass.The spout protrudes from the mouth of the lion, and a hinged flap opens on the back of the head. The handle is formed by a strange beast with two short legs and a fish-like tail.

Notes

History note: Formerly in the collection of Dante Gabriel Rossetti

Legal notes

Given by Charles Fairfax Murray

Measurements and weight

Height: 21.6 cm
Length: 22.5 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1917-04-14) by Murray, Charles Fairfax

Dating

13th Century, Mid-14th Century, Mid
Circa 1250 CE - 1350 CE

School or Style

Medieval

People, subjects and objects depicted

Materials used in production

Brass (alloy)

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Identification numbers

Accession number: M.15-1917
Primary reference Number: 30632

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 30 April 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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