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Metadata
Object Name |
Unicorn |
Object ID# |
MC 0825 |
Date |
Late 17th Century |
Description |
This legendary beast, still believed to be an actual creature in the seventeenth century, retained a powerful hold on the popular imagination as it symbolized the incarnation of Christ and the principle of moral purity in action. |
Place of Origin |
Germany |
Medium |
Support figure |
Material |
Gold (orig.) // Pewter, 24 kt. gold electroplated and antiqued (copy) |
Metzger Location |
Christian History |
Location of Original |
The Metropolitan Museum of Art NY |
Dimensions Details |
Height: 95 mm Width: 68 mm |