Bust of a wild man or rustic

ca. 1525–30 (?)

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 544

This roundel and its three companions, 41.190.478-480, come from the Château d'Assier (Department of Lot), built for Galiot de Genouillac (1465-1546), Grand Master of the Artillery and Grand Master of the Horse under François I.

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Bust of a wild man or rustic
Date: ca. 1525–30 (?)
Culture: French
Medium: Limestone
Dimensions: Diameter: 29 in. (73.7 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Bequest of George Blumenthal, 1941
Object Number: 41.190.481
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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