Sun mask with facial features of August II (the Strong) as Apollo, the Sun God

Johann Melchior Dinglinger1709

This sun mask was worn at the Parade of the Gods and evening races in 1709 in Dresden.

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Title: Sun mask with facial features of August II (the Strong) as Apollo, the Sun God
Creator Lifespan: 1664 - 1731
Creator Nationality: German
Creator Gender: Male
Date Created: 1709
Physical Dimensions: h490 cm
Goldsmith: Johann Melchior Dinglinger
Collection: Rüstkammer with Türckische Cammer (Armoury with Turkish Chamber)
Type: arts and crafts
Rights: Rüstkammer, Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, Photographer: Hans-Peter Klut
External Link: http://skd-online-collection.skd.museum/de/contents/show?id=854873

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