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Sculptural Group (possibly Germany), late 19th century

This is a Sculptural group. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1998. Its medium is cast silver, diamonds, rubies, sapphires. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Victoria Unshuld. It is credited Gift of Victoria Unschuld.

Its dimensions are

Overall: 16 x 29 x 9.5 cm (6 5/16 x 11 7/16 x 3 3/4 in.)

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Sculptural Group (possibly Germany), late 19th century; Previously owned by Victoria Unschuld ; cast silver, diamonds, rubies, sapphires; Overall: 16 x 29 x 9.5 cm (6 5/16 x 11 7/16 x 3 3/4 in.); Gift of Victoria Unschuld; 1997-158-1

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition The Virtue in Vice.

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