Entrance of Alexander the Great into Babylon
Artist
Le Brun
(French)
Date17th century
MediumPainted skin, ivory, and silver inlay
DimensionsOverall: 10 5/8 inches (26.99 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Milton McGreevy through the Westport Fund
Object numberF59-53/4
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DescriptionObverse: processional scene with helmeted Alexander in golden chariot, center, with putti; horsemen and treasure-bearers, r.; musicians, l.; gray architectural background. Reverse: polychrome flowerpiece on dark brown ground.
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Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun
1784
86-20
F59-53/2
