figurine

Object NameFigurine of Christ Teaching

Made FromGlass

Dateabout 1700-1799

Place MadeFrance, probably Nevers

Techniquelampwork

Accession Number55.3.150

Credit LineGift of The Art Institute of Chicago

Curatorial Area(s)

Early Modern

Exhibitions

The Magic of the Lamp: Flameworked Objects from the Permanent Collection

On ViewThe Jerome and Lucille Strauss Study Gallery

Physical DescriptionFigurine of aman walking forward, lampworked of opaque white glass. His right arm is raised high and his hand extended vertically. His left arm is slightly raised and angled forward at the elbow. A turquoise-blue scarf is drraped around his shoulder.
Provenance

Former Collection Art Institute of Chicago - 1955