Jul 1, 2008
Jul 1, 2008

Allegory of Jealousy?

Allegory of Jealousy?

16th century

Peter Flötner

(German, 1485–1546)

Gilt bronze

Overall: 6.2 x 8.7 cm (2 7/16 x 3 7/16 in.)

John L. Severance Fund 1952.460

Description

The meaning of a small blindfolded child wielding a knife at an elderly couple is uncertain. Instead of a myth or historical subject, it more likely personifies an emotion.

See also
Collection: 
Sculpture
Type of artwork: 
Sculpture
Medium: 
Gilt bronze

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