Base for a flagpole

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The museum purchased two reproductions of the socket in 1863 for £410. The original documents reveal that it was commissioned for St. Marks Square in Venice, where it remains today outside the Doge's Palace. Alessandro Leopardi created this socket. Electrotype Copy of a Socket for a Standard This reproduction socket is based on a bronze original located in Piazza di S. Marco, Venice. Three flagstaffs were commissioned from Leopardi by Doge Leonardo Loredan (reigned 1501-21). His portrait appears in four medallions on the flagstaff. The flagstaff features the winged lion of St. Mark, a symbol of the Venetian Republic, and around its base are seascapes with classicizing figures. Here, allegorical figures representing Wisdom, Charity, and Justice ride above the waves accompanied by attendants. Gallery Location: Cast Courts, Room 46b The Weston Cast Court, case FS, shelf S This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan The World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory. It creates a digital archive of fully printable sculptures and artworks from across the globe for public access at no cost. Scan The World is an open-source community effort. If you have interesting items around you and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to find out how you can help. Courtesy of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London