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Boy and Panther Cub

1915
sculptor

Malvina Hoffman

(American, 1887–1966)
Culture
America
Medium
bronze
Measurements
Overall: 171.5 cm (67 1/2 in.)
Weight: approx. 2000 lbs.
Credit Line
Bequest of John L. Severance 1942.797
Copyright
Copyright
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Location
WT West Terrace
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Did You Know?

The faun's pose derives from classical ballet.

Description

American artist Malvina Hoffman created this garden sculpture featuring a faun holding a small panther cub with his left arm while dangling a bunch of grapes over its open mouth. This particular bronze cast was commissioned by prominent Cleveland industrialist John L. Severance and was given to the museum after his death.

Boy and Panther Cub

1915

Malvina Hoffman

(American, 1887–1966)
America

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