Diana

model 1852, carved 1853

Hiram Powers

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Hiram Powers

Sculptor, American, 1805 - 1873

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.

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West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G45


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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Stella McCalla Sands, Rock Hill, South Carolina; gift 1956 to the Corcorcan Gallery of Art, Washington; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art.

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Wikidata ID

Q63864021

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