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Johann Joachim Kändler
Crucifixcirca 1765-1770

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Carved ivory and wood crucifix sculpture on a rocky mound base with gilt serpent and skull, mounted on a cylindrical beaded walnut pedestal

Johann Joachim Kändler, Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, Crucifix, circa 1765-1770, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Decorative Arts Deaccesion Fund, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Manufacturer
Johann Joachim Kändler
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
Title
Crucifix
Place Made
Germany, Saxony, Meissen Factory, est. 1710
Date Made
circa 1765-1770
Medium
Porcelain with enamel, gilded bronze, and wood
Dimensions
26 x 11 1/2 x 6 3/4 in. (66.04 x 29.21 x 17.15 cm)
Credit Line
Decorative Arts Deaccesion Fund
Accession Number
M.2001.118
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
Decorative Arts and Design

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