Fork (one of a set)
Antonio Gentili (Antonio da Faenza) · probably 19th or early 20th century
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What the record supports
This object is a silver fork, measuring 7 1/4 inches (18.4 cm) in length. It is classified as Metalwork-Silver and belongs to the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department.
The fork is attributed to Antonio Gentili (Antonio da Faenza), but its creation date is listed as "probably 19th or early 20th century," suggesting a potential discrepancy or reattribution. The Metropolitan Museum of Art acquired the fork in 1947 through the Rogers Fund.
No information is provided regarding the culture, provenance, exhibition history, or specific literature pertaining to this particular fork. The supplied comparable holdings relate to other artists or periods and do not offer direct insight into this object.
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