Clasp with two plaques

John Turner, 1738 - 1787



Clasp with two plaques

John Turner 1738 - 1787

Summary

Two medallions of narrow oval shape terminating in rounded points at top and bottom, with convex upper surfaces. Solid pale blue jaser with darker blue dip on front. Left hand medallion depicts Apollo in white relief, standing by pillar surmounted by lyre, foliage beneath his feet. Right hand medallion depicts a Greek woman, turned to the left to face Apollo, carrying an urn aloft with both hands. Plain copper mount with half clasp mechanism at outer edges.


Object Name

Clasp with two plaques

Creators Name

John Turner

Date Created

1775=1803

Dimensions

medallion: 5.9cm x 2.2cm
clasp: 6.7cm x 6.6cm

accession number

1906.122

Place of creation

Lane End

Medium

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