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Gerhard Marcks

Prometheus Bound II

1943-1947

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Prometheus Bound II

Gerhard Marcks

Prometheus Bound II

Gerhard Marcks

Prometheus Bound II

1943-1947

Physical Qualities Bronze, 31 x 20 x 18-1/4 in. (78.8 x 50.8 x 46.4 cm.)
Credit Line Alan and Janet Wurtzburger Collection
Object Number 1966.55.18
German Expressionism: A Revolutionary Spirit
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Markings: Possible mark inscribed on base, lower back, behind proper right leg: in the shape of tripod

Artist

Gerhard Marcks

1888–1980

German, 1889-1981
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