Madonna of Pilsen

 

Modelled by Otokar Walter, jewel cutting and setting by Felix V. Kunc, carved by Karel Šnajdr, Pilsen, Bohemia, ca. 1925

 

Bronze, silver, onyx, maple, glass.

H: 42.2 cm / sculpture 15.3 cm

UMP 15656

 

Donated by Maria Kuncová, Šťáhlava, 1962

 

After a model by Pilsen sculptor Otokar Walter. Cast by Skýva foundry in Doudlevce; base and overall design by jewellery cutter and setter Felix V. Kunc, Pilsen. Stylised Gothic Revival reliefs carved from maple by Pilsen woodcarver Karel Šnajdr after Felix V. Kunc’s design.

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