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Bust of Mary Washington

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bust of Mary Washington by an unknown artist. The image is a black-and-white photograph of a white marble bust. The bust depicts a woman with her hair covered by a hood or headscarf that has ruffles on top. Her hair is pulled back and not visible. The woman's facial features include a straight mouth and a serious expression. She wears a garment with a high neckline and a bow at the top. The bust is on a short, wide base. The background of the image is a plain wall with a gradient from dark to light.

Artwork Details

Date
1830–70
Medium
Parian porcelain
Culture
American
Dimensions
469 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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