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Source Description
This fearsome-looking cheetah is an example of Islamic animal bronzes made for use as incense burners, fountain fixtures, or pouring vessels (called aquamanilia). Trained cheetahs were favorite hunting animals in the Islamic world, especially at royal courts. This motif was emulated by the Christian kings of Sicily, who featured felines in the decoration of their palaces. Objects like this aquamanile also inspired artists in Germany and other parts of northern Europe, beginning in the 12th century.
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28727
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Aquamanile (Handwasher) in the Form of a Cheetah
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title
Aquamanile (Handwasher) in the Form of a Cheetah
description
This fearsome-looking cheetah is an example of Islamic animal bronzes made for use as incense burners, fountain fixtures, or pouring vessels (called aquamanilia). Trained cheetahs were favorite hunting animals in the Islamic world, especially at royal courts. This motif was emulated by the Christian kings of Sicily, who featured felines in the decoration of their palaces. Objects like this aquamanile also inspired artists in Germany and other parts of northern Europe, beginning in the 12th century.
provenance
Purchased by Julius Carlebach Gallery, New York; purchased by Walters Art Museum, May 27 1958.
date
11th-13th century (Medieval)
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CC0
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en
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Metal
aquamaniles
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cm
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19.4
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22.3
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9.6
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H: 7 5/8 x W: 8 3/4 x D: 3 13/16 in. (19.4 x 22.3 x 9.6 cm)
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Islamic
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Romanesque
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