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Mary Justina de Peyster

George Edwin Bissell

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White marble bust of a woman, Mary Justina de Peyster, with short hair and a crown-like headpiece. The bust is off-the-shoulder, with a floral design on the chest area. The base of the bust has an ornate design with curved lines and floral patterns. The bust is set against a gray background that is darker at the top and lighter at the bottom. The overall style is classical. The bust was created by George Edwin Bissell.

Artwork Details

Date
late 1880s
Medium
Marble
Culture
American
Dimensions
354 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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