The Finding of Moses
The Finding of Moses
The Finding of Moses
The Finding of Moses
The Finding of Moses

Image credit: Rochdale Arts & Heritage Service

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This sculpture depicts Moses being discovered by Pharaoh's daughter. The subject also represented a case of a foundling or abandoned child, a significant social issue into modern times.

Touchstones Rochdale

Rochdale

Title

The Finding of Moses

Date

1868–1910

Medium

marble

Measurements

H 113 x W 61 x D 92 cm

Accession number

627

Acquisition method

gift from the family of the late Thomas Watson, 1939

Work type

Statue

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Touchstones Rochdale

The Esplanade, Rochdale, Greater Manchester OL16 1AQ England

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