SculptureItalian16th-17th century
Doorknob formed as Miniature Putto Head, one of a pair
16th-17th century
Artists
Nicolò RoccatagliataArtist
Dimensions
5 cm (1 15/16 in.) with base: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.)
Provenance
[J. J. Klejman, New York]. Alexis Gregory, New York, bequest; to Harvard Art Museums, 2021
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