Seven Deadly Sins Representation Item Number: 2730/4 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Elaborate, round, golden-brown glazed, clay sculpture that is a combination crucifix and candelabra. Around the central element of Christ on the cross is a floral arrangement that includes four tall flower-shaped candle holders. Seven large, standing, fantastical animal-faced figures representing the seven deadly sins, with names written in Portuguese at each base, face outward from around the base.
Narrative
Field collected in Portugal from the 'Santos Oficios' craft shop in Lisbon.
Item History
- Made by Julia Ramalho (Maker) in Barcelos, Braga, Portugal during 2007
- Collected in Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal during October 2008
- Owned by Anthony A. Shelton before February 18, 2009
- Received from Anthony A. Shelton (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Director's Budget (Funding source) on February 18, 2009
What
- Name
- Seven Deadly Sins Representation
- Identification Number
- 2730/4
- Type of Item
- representation
- Material
- clay and glaze
- Overall
- height 26.0 cm, diameter 24.0 cm
Who
- Culture
- Portuguese
- Creator
- Julia Ramalho (Maker)
- Previous Owner
- Anthony A. Shelton
- Received from
- Anthony A. Shelton (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Director's Budget (Funding source)
Where
When
- Creation Date
- during 2007
- Collection Date
- during October 2008
- Ownership Date
- before February 18, 2009
- Acquisition Date
- on February 18, 2009
Other
- Item Classes
- ceramics; carvings & sculpture
- Condition
- good
- Current Location
- Case 97
- Accession Number
- 2730/0004