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Swans and Fountain Appliqué

Henry Kellam Hancock

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden-colored metal appliqué featuring two swans facing each other, with their necks curved. A fountain with water spouts is positioned between the swans. The appliqué is adorned with ornate scrollwork on either side. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1810–30
Medium:
Cast brass, mercury, gold
Dimensions:
599 × 391 px
Museum record:
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