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National Gallery of Art
Poetry and Music

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CClodion,French, 1738–1814

Poetry and Music

c. 1774/1778 · Sculpture

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Yes — on view

National Gallery of Art

Washington, D.C., United States

RoomM-134

Confirmed on public display.

Verified: 8 d ago· verified
In this state since: Aug 19, 2026
Source: Official museum collection data

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“Poetry and Music” is a sculpture by Clodion, (French, 1738–1814), dated c. 1774/1778. The catalog places it within French and Rococo, with allegory, music, and poetry among its subjects. As of the latest verification it is on public display at National Gallery of Art (M-134) in Washington, D.C.. ART MAP tracks this work's display status over time, with every claim carrying its source and verification date.

Details

Artist: Clodion,
Date: c. 1774/1778
Medium: Sculpture
Accession number: 1952.5.98

In the catalog

French Rococo Allegory Music Poetry

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