Two dishes with mythological scenes
Artist
Franco Xanto Avelli
(Italian, 1487 - 1542)
CultureItalian
OriginUrbino, The Marshes, Italy
PeriodItalian Renaissance
Date1552
MediumTin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.398.1-2): 4.8 x 24.1 cm (1 7/8 x 9 1/2 in.)
MarkingsOne dated "1552" and the other with inscription verso 'Denara Betta'
DescriptionUrbino dishes, decorated with mythological scenes, in underglaze blue.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.398.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
Italian Earthenware - MaiolicaCollections
Status
On view
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