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Abraham Lincoln Bust

Creator:
Hans Müller
Location:
Austria
Origin Date:
1890-1930
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 25 in x 18 1/2 in x 10 in
Item ID:
71.2009.081.0841
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Fine Art

Description

This bust depicts President Abraham Lincoln from the chest up. He is bearded, with his head turned slightly towards the viewer's right. Lincoln is wearing an outer coat that is highly textured, vest, shirt, and bow tie. Underneath the main bust is a square plinth with the name LINCOLN decorating the front and is supported by a cylindrical pedestal. Along the back of the shoulders is inscribed, "H. Müller." The entire piece is very dark bronze color. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum