

The sculpture titled "America" by Hiram Powers depicts a white marble bust of a woman. The woman has short, curly hair that is covered by a headband. Her facial expression is neutral. She wears a draped garment that covers her left shoulder and chest. The garment is pleated and folds over her right shoulder. The bust is positioned on a square base. The background is dark gray, with a light source coming from the front. The overall appearance is one of classical style, with clean lines and a sense of serenity.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1850–54; carved after 1854
- Medium:
- Marble
- Culture:
- American
- Dimensions:
- 510 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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