Plaster cast of Archer of the Royal Guard

This material is held atGlasgow School of Art Archives and Collections

  • Reference
    • GB 1694 PC/055
  • Dates of Creation
    • Mid 19th century-early 20th century
  • Name of Creator
  • Physical Description
    • 1 item
  • Digital Content

Scope and Content

Brickwork sculpture of Persian Royal bodyguard carrying quiver on back. Original: Persian glazed frieze from the Palace of Darius I in Susa, 521-486 BC. Original currently in the collection of the Pergamon Museum, Berlin, Germany.

Acquisition Information

Listed in 1964/5 inventory as located on the staircase from entrance to basement in the Mackintosh Building (GSAA/GOV/7/5).

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

Dimensions: 2200 x 680 x 130 mm

Related Material

GSAA/GOV/7/5

Additional Information

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