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Mirror Support - Lady Bust

Helen Bronson

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bust of a person with curly hair and ornate armor across the chest and shoulders. The armor is detailed and stylized, extending to cover the upper part of the bust. The sculpture is in shades of reddish-brown, possibly made of bronze or a similar metal. The subject faces forward with a calm expression, and the craftsmanship is detailed, emphasizing facial features and the armor design. The bust is placed against a plain, light background. Below the bust, the name "HELEN BINDERNAGEL" is printed.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3382 × 4779 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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