Atlas Bearing the World

Atlas Bearing the World

Atlas Bearing the World

Date: late 15th century
Medium: Bronze
Classification: Visual Works
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. C. Ruxton Love
Object number: 1954.19.1
DescriptionKneeling figure of a naked man holding round container and lid on the back of his shoulders with both hands. Container lid has simple knob top. 2 candle holders on twisted stems secured to each front corner by new screws. Square bronze base with 4 small holes through front upright.
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