Lithophane of Hagar and Ishmael

1825–1900

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
New York, United States

Vertical rectangle with impressed design showing Hagar, seated, serving a drink to Ishmael who kneels with left hand on his mother’s lap. Four smiling cherubs watch from above.

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Title: Lithophane of Hagar and Ishmael
Date Created: 1825–1900
Location Created: Germany
Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
Medium: biscuit

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

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