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. 7528-1861) 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 | Marble |
| Brief description | Bust, marble, 'A Muse', from Palazzo Bernini, Italy, Rome, 18th century |
| Physical description | The bust represents a female figure in half-length with the arms cut above the elbows, wearing a loose cloak over a robe with a square patterned neck. Her head is turned to her right. On her hair, which is parted in the centre, she wears a wreath of foliage and berries. |
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| Object history | From the Palazzo Bernini in Rome (together with 7528-1861). They are of rather poor quality. The two busts have been bought from the dealer Luchetti, who procured them from the Palazzo. Purchased in Rome (Luchetti, £ 12 15s) |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Summary | This marble bust and its accompanying one (Mus. No. 7528-1861) 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 | 7528-1861 (Ensemble) |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | 7527-1861 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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