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Tiger,

1944

Charles R. Knight, 1874–1953; born Brooklyn, NY; died New York, NY
Roman Bronze Works, New York
PP298

Information

Title
Tiger
Dates

1944

Maker
Charles R. Knight
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
118.1 x 250.7 x 71.8 cm (46 1/2 x 98 11/16 x 28 1/4 in.)
Object Number
PP298
Signatures
Signed and dated, on lower right, rear: C.R. Knight 1944
Inscription
Inscribed on proper right rear outer face of integral base: ROMAN BRONZE CORP., N.Y.; On marble base, at front: "In Memory of / Edgar Palmer / whose vision and generosity / planned and built this square / for Princeton / which he so loved / Erected by his friends / 1944.;
Marks/Labels/Seals
Number painted on right side, rear over.;
Culture
American
Type
sculpture, bronzes
Materials
bronze
Subject
tigers, memorials

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