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"William Wirt" Figurehead

Molly Bodenstein

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture in the image is a bust of a man, featuring a pronounced brow, a stern gaze, and detailed hair styled back. It appears to be made from a material resembling stone or marble, with a weathered texture in varying tones of gray and brown. The bust wears formal attire with a broad collar and a tucked cravat or scarf. It is presented at a slightly upward angle, giving the subject a prominent stance. The sculpture's realistic details and positioning convey a lifelike quality and sense of dignity and presence.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3432 × 4829 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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