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Fountain mask

Unknown artist, 1700–1800

Mask in the form of a River God. Designed to decorate a grotto in the garden either of Versailles or one of the French Royal Palaces. Dates from the period of Louis XV.

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Title of artwork, date

Fountain mask, 1700–1800

Date supported

1966

Medium and material

Gilt-bronze

Dimensions

61 cm

Grant

1200

Total cost

2500

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