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Life Mask of Abraham Lincoln
- Creator:
- Clark Mills, Vittore Bocchetta
- Location:
- Washingon, D.C.
- Origin Date:
- 1865
- Materials:
- metal
- Measurements:
- overall: 11 1/2 in x 7 in x 8 1/2 in
- Item ID:
- 71.2009.081.0838
- Holding Institution:
- Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
- Available for Viewing:
- No
- Category:
- Fine Art
Description
This replica life mask of President Abraham Lincoln depicts his face and the top section of his head. The eyes appear closed and the cheekbones are prominent. The bust rests on a brown and white marble base that is square. On the back of the base is a label that reads, "Mills, Clark: Bronze Copy of Life Mask of Abraham Lincoln, Made Originally In February, 1865. AH $875.00." Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
