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Abraham Lincoln Bust
- Creator:
- Gutzon Borglum
- Location:
- Unknown Place Made
- Origin Date:
- 1912-1941
- Materials:
- metal
- Measurements:
- overall: 20 in x 11 in x 11 1/2 in
- Item ID:
- 71.2009.081.0808
- Holding Institution:
- Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
- Available for Viewing:
- No
- Category:
- Fine Art
Description
This short bust is a replica of the original bust of President Abraham Lincoln by sculptor Gutzon Borglum. Lincoln is shown directly facing the viewer and is depicted with a beard. This heavy bust is cast in bronze with a black finish. On the top of the head, the metal appears to have either a gold patina, or the original patina has worn away to expose the metal. The bust rests on a square pedestal that blends into Lincoln's neck. On the PR side on the pedestal is an engraving that reads, "G. Borglum Sc." Above this engraving is a copyright symbol. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum