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Abraham Lincoln Bust
- Creator:
- unknown
- Location:
- Unknown Place Made
- Origin Date:
- 1900-1940
- Materials:
- composition
- Measurements:
- overall: 18 1/4 in x 11 in x 6 in
- Item ID:
- 71.2009.081.0802
- Holding Institution:
- Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
- Available for Viewing:
- No
- Category:
- Fine Art
Description
This bust of Abraham Lincoln depicts him with a beard, wearing a suit jacket, vest, and bow tie. His head is turned slightly to the viewer's left. Below the bust is a rectangular block with "Lincoln" inscribed on it. The bust rests on a round pedestal base. The entire bust is painted a light sand color; dark brown and black patina applied to the crevices and some high points. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum