1. Creator/Author:
  2. Jo Davidson (1)

Abraham Lincoln Bust

Creator:
Jo Davidson
Location:
Unknown Place Made
Origin Date:
1943-2000
Materials:
composition
Measurements:
overall: 10 1/2 in x 4 1/2 in x 4 1/2 in
Item ID:
71.2009.081.0826
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Fine Art

Description

This bust shows President Abraham Lincoln from just below the neck up. His brow is deeply furrowed, with his whole head bent slightly forward so that it is difficult to see his eyes. Lincoln is bearded . The collar of his jacket and shirt are both visible as well as his bow tie. The head is turned just slightly to the viewer's right. The bust ends rather jaggedly at the bottom. The bust rests on a square pedestal. The entire piece is tan colored. On the reverse is inscribed "Jo Davidson 1943." Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum