Spouted Drug Jar, with Seated Queen (Molded Mask with Snake Handle)

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Gallery 354, European Art 1500-1850, third floor (Rubenstein Gallery)

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Spouted Drug Jar, with Seated Queen (Molded Mask with Snake Handle)

c. 1565-1571

Probably workshop of Orazio Fontana (Italian (active Urbino), c. 1510–1571)

This jar belongs to the most elaborate set produced in Urbino. The seated queen motif has not been explained, although it is logical to connect the figure with a commission from a female ruler. The decorative scheme is exceptional, including a label with a pair of putti, large flanking trees, and a landscape that wraps around each jar.

Gallery 354, European Art 1500-1850, third floor (Rubenstein Gallery)

Object Details

Title:

Spouted Drug Jar, with Seated Queen (Molded Mask with Snake Handle)

Date:

c. 1565-1571

Artist:

Probably workshop of Orazio Fontana (Italian (active Urbino), c. 1510–1571)

Medium:

Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

Dimensions:

8 7/8 x 8 5/16 inches (22.5 x 21.1 cm)

Classification:

Containers

Credit Line:

125th Anniversary Acquisition. The Howard I. and Janet H. Stein Collection, 2000

Accession Number:

2000-154-1

Geography:

Made in Urbino, Italy, Europe

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Gallery 354, European Art 1500-1850, third floor (Rubenstein Gallery)

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