Diana

Hiram Powers

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bust of a woman with classical features, capturing her upper body from the chest up. The subject is adorned with a draped garment that covers her left shoulder while leaving the right shoulder mostly bare. Her hair is styled elegantly, pulled back into a low bun, and she wears what appears to be a headband or tiara. The material of the sculpture is a smooth, polished white marble. The bust is mounted on a simple, square base that elevates it slightly. The craftsmanship of the marble allows the intricate details of her hair and drapery to stand out.