Bertel Thorvaldsen

Danish, 1770 - 1844

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The artwork is a marble bust of a woman, capturing her head and upper shoulders. Her hair is styled with curls framing her face, and it is detailed. The sculpture is crafted from smooth, white marble. The bust rests on a round, solid base, presenting the subject with a serene expression. The craftsmanship highlights the features and textures.
Bertel Thorvaldsen, Lady Elizabeth Vernon, née Bingham, model 1816 and/or 1817/1818, carved c. 1821, Carrara marble, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2011.101.1

Lady Elizabeth Vernon, née Bingham

Bertel Thorvaldsen · model 1816 and/or 1817/1818, carved c. 1821 · Carrara marble ·  Accession ID  2011.101.1
The sculpture is a bust of a person with an elaborate hairstyle. The individual has finely carved, wavy hair gathered neatly at the back. The sculpture is made from white marble. The face of the sculpture displays delicate features, with a straight gaze and a subtle expression. The neck is elongated, and the bust is placed on a simple, rounded pedestal that supports the upper portion of the sculpture.
Bertel Thorvaldsen, Possibly Lady Louisa Bingham, model 1816 and/or 1817/1818, carved c. 1821/1824, Carrara marble, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2011.101.2

Possibly Lady Louisa Bingham

Bertel Thorvaldsen · model 1816 and/or 1817/1818, carved c. 1821/1824 · Carrara marble ·  Accession ID  2011.101.2
This artwork is a marble bust depicting a woman with detailed, curly hair styled upward. The sculpture is crafted from smooth, white marble. The bust captures the woman's expression and finely detailed facial features. It is mounted on a circular pedestal base.
Bertel Thorvaldsen, Possibly Lady Georgiana Bingham, model 1816 and/or 1817/1818, carved c. 1821/1824, Carrara marble, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2011.101.3

Possibly Lady Georgiana Bingham

Bertel Thorvaldsen · model 1816 and/or 1817/1818, carved c. 1821/1824 · Carrara marble ·  Accession ID  2011.101.3
This is a drawing of a muscular figure standing with crossed arms. The drawing is done in a sketchy, freehand style with visible lines emphasizing the musculature and form of the figure. The perspective is from a low angle. The figure's stance is strong, with one foot placed forward. The background is plain. The use of line work effectively captures the tension and definition of the muscles.
Bertel Thorvaldsen, A Heroic Male Nude, pen and brown ink on laid paper, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2009.70.236

A Heroic Male Nude

Bertel Thorvaldsen · pen and brown ink on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2009.70.236