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Caím e Abel

Cain and Abel

John Cheere
1756

Description

Lead sculpture representing Cain murdering his brother Abel.

Sculptor

John Cheere (London 1709 - 1787), English sculptor, particularly well-known for his lead statues (Wikipedia).

Sources & Information

Parques de Sintra, Palácio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz.

Locatie (N 38°45'4" - W 9°15'35") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: ptli090; Photograph: 31 August 2017
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