Democritus, the Laughing Philosopher

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Democritus, the Laughing Philosopher

Germany, circa 1750-1757
Sculpture
Earthenware on gray marble base
Height: 13 1/8 in. (33.34 cm) including base (5/8 in.)
Purchased with funds provided by Chandis Securities Company (M.79.95)
European Sculpture
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

  • Schaefer, Scott, and Peter Fusco. European Painting and Sculpture in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art: an Illustrated Summary Catalogue. Los Angeles: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 1987.