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Peter T. Barlow

Barlow, Peter Townsend

American, 1857 - 1921

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The sculpture is a bust of a man with a strong expression, prominent eyes, and defined facial features. He wears a high-collared coat and a neatly tied cravat. The material is smooth and light-colored, possibly marble or a similar stone. The craftsmanship depicts intricate details of the man's face, hair, and clothing realistically. The bust sits on a round pedestal, elevating it and enhancing its classical appearance.
Jean-Antoine Houdon, Joel Barlow, model 1803, cast by 1913, plaster, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Peter T. Barlow, 1914), 2014.136.236

Joel Barlow

Jean-Antoine Houdon · model 1803, cast by 1913 · plaster ·  Accession ID  2014.136.236