Ailsa Mellon Bruce

1927

Jo Davidson

Associated Names
Jo Davidson

Artist, American, 1883 - 1952

The sculpture depicts a human face with detailed facial features, smooth hair framing the face. It is made of white marble, contrasting with the rough, unpolished areas in the background. The polished face stands out against the raw outer portion, emphasizing the artistry of the features. The sculpture is mounted on a black base, drawing attention to the white marble face.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    marble

  • Credit Line

    Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40 x 35.8 x 23.7 cm (15 3/4 x 14 1/8 x 9 5/16 in.)
    accessory size: 54.6 x 35.8 x 23.8 cm (21 1/2 x 14 1/8 x 9 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.1.52

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr.and Mrs. Paul Mellon, Upperville, Virginia; gift 1983 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1994

  • Sculpture: An Illustrated Catalogue. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1994: 64, repro.

Inscriptions

lower left: JO DAVIDSON / PARIS / 1927

Wikidata ID

Q63860916

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