1. Material:
  2. plaster (6)

Abraham Lincoln bust with bald spot

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown place made
Origin Date:
1930-1970
Materials:
plaster
Measurements:
overall: 13 in
Item ID:
71.2009.081.0307
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Fine Art

Description

This white plaster head of President Abraham Lincoln appears somewhat cartoon-like with its large, exaggerated features. The sculpture also features deep age lines around the mouth and deep set eyes. The back of the head reveals a bald spot, although Lincoln had a full head of hair when he died. A square base is included. For more information on this piece see "Lincoln Lore" Number 1585, March 1970, p. 3. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum