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Grotesque little monster
possibly copy after Arent van Bolten, possibly copy after Arent van Bolten, c. 1780 - c. 1900
The body of a snail, the legs of an ostrich, a head that is birdlike yet human: the silversmith Arent van Bolten was fascinated by such bizarre monsters, as is evidenced by his numerous design drawings and prints. This statuette may have once served as an incense burner or an oil lamp.
- Artwork typefigure
- Object numberBK-16127
- Dimensionsheight 20.2 cm x width 10 cm x depth 15.2 cm (incl. modern socle), height 17 cm
- Physical characteristicsbronze