Bust of an old jester

Swiss (Basel?)

first half of 16th century

Object Place: Europe, Basel (?), Switzerland

Medium/Technique Wood, polychrome walnut

Dimensions 29.84 cm (11 3/4 in.)

Credit Line Gift of R. Thornton Wilson in memory of Florence Ellsworth Wilson

Accession Number63.35

NOT ON VIEW

CollectionsEurope

ClassificationsSculpture

DescriptionPolychromed walnut. Reddish, tipped, fool's cap extends into v-neck garment. Deep cut features, three teeth in open mouth, painted eyes.

ProvenanceBy 1963, R.Thornton Wilson, New York; gift of Wilson to the MFA. (Accession date: January 9, 1963)