A Muse
Bust
first half of 18th century (made)
first half of 18th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
This marble bust and its accompanying one (Mus. No. 7527-1861) are representing muses and both originated from Palazzo Bernini in Rome. They are made by an unknown sculptor in Rome in the 18th century.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | A Muse (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | White marble |
| Brief description | Bust, white marble, 'A Muse', from Palazzo Bernini, Italy, Rome, 18th century |
| Physical description | The bust shows a Muse crowned with a wreath of feathers. |
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| Object history | Said to have come from the Palazzo Bernini in Rome. Bought in Rome (Luchetti, £ 12 15s.). |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Summary | This marble bust and its accompanying one (Mus. No. 7527-1861) are representing muses and both originated from Palazzo Bernini in Rome. They are made by an unknown sculptor in Rome in the 18th century. |
| Associated object | 7527-1861 (Ensemble) |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | 7528-1861 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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