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Venus

Manufacturer (German, 1746 - 1796)
CultureGerman
OriginHöchst, Mainz, Germany
Datec.1775
MediumHard-paste porcelain
DimensionsOverall: 18.2 x 9.7 x 7.6 cm (7 3/16 x 3 13/16 x 3 in.)
MarkingsWheel in underglaze blue
DescriptionHöchst figure of Venus, uncoloured.
Credit LineThe Hans Syz Collection
Object numberG96.5.236
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
German Porcelain
Status
On view
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