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Written by: Murat AydınResearcher · Old Master Paintings
Old Master Paintings · Catalogue no. 804914
Paduan 15th CenturyVulcan Forging the Arrows of Cupid
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byNational Gallery of Art, Washington
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| Artist / Maker | Paduan 15th Century |
|---|---|
| Date | late 15th - early 16th century |
| Culture / Origin | Italian |
| Medium | bronze//Light brown patina |
| Dimensions | overall (diameter): 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.) gross weight: 41 gr |
| Department | Sculpture |
| Type | Sculpture |
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