Three Turned-Ivory Pieces

attributed to Augustus I, Elector of Saxony German
1576-86
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Three Turned-Ivory Pieces
  • Maker: attributed to Augustus I, Elector of Saxony (German, 1526–1586)
  • Date: 1576-86
  • Culture: German, Dresden
  • Medium: ivory (turned), wood.
  • Dimensions: Cone: Height: 2 15/16 in. (7.4 cm)
    Egg: Height: 1 15/16 in. (5 cm)
    Tower: Height: 3 3/4 in. (9.6 cm)
  • Classification: Natural Substances-Ivory
  • Credit Line: Grünes Gewölbe, Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts