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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Alexander Hamilton
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
J. Lanelli after Giuseppe Ceracchi
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1804 (circa) - 1810 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Alexander Hamilton (1757-1804) served as secretary and aide-de-camp to Washington during the American Revolution. After the war, he studied law and began a distinguished service in the new government. In 1789 he became the first United States Secretary of the Treasury and was instrumental in organizing the country's finances and in establishing a national bank. Hamilton died at the age of forty-seven from wounds suffered in a duel with his political opponent Aaron Burr.
This plaster replica of Giuseppe Ceracchi's 1794 marble bust was made by Lanelli following Hamilton's tragic death. Ceracchi (b.1751), the renowned Roman sculptor, visited Philadelphia in 1791 and 1794. Here he modeled many of America's founding fathers, Washington, Jefferson, etc., in the guise of Roman emperors. The engraving of Hamilton on the US $10 bill is based upon the Ceracchi bust.
Banished from Italy because of his liberal political views, Ceracchi was executed in Paris in 1801 after plotting to assassinate Napoleon.
The bust was painted in 1955.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
24.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster; painted in 1955
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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AP.29.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Ceracchi
Hamilton
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
Napoleon Bonaparte
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
after Antoine-Denis Chaudet
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1807 (circa) - 1809 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Bust of Napoleon Bonaparte, with head facing forward, in the Imperial Roman portrait form. 1,200 versions of this official bust (Napoleon's favorite, based on Antoine-Denis Chaudet's 1799 modeling) were carved at Carrara, Italy.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
22.0" H x 17.5" W x 12.0" D
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
marble
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Frances Sabena and Mary Elizabeth Fernley
Is Part Of
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Bonaparte Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
1979.02.01
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Pauline Bonaparte Borghese
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Antonio Canova
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1811 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Sculpture of Pauline Bonaparte Borghese reclining semi-nude on a cushioned day-bed, holding a piece of fruit. She is posing as "Venus Vincitrice." This piece is almost identical to the life-size original in the Villa Borghese in Rome, except this version has no bracelet and a non-extended pinky.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
22.0" H x 14.0" D x 39.0" L
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Marble
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Stewart Huston
Is Part Of
A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included.
Bonaparte Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
1961.01.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Antonio Canova
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Minerva
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
George M. Miller
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1814 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Hollow plaster cast of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, trade, the arts, and strategic warfare. The Romans identified her with the Greek goddess Athena. Although Minerva is often portrayed wearing a helmet, in this sculpture she is seen without a helmet; instead, a narrow band encircles the front top of her head, and her wavy tresses are gathered in the back.
The bust was deposited at the Athenaeum in November of 1814 with several other plaster castings by the sculptor. When moving out of the American Philosophical Society (where the Athenaeum had been renting rooms) and into their own new building in 1847, the Athenaeum for some reason left the bust of Minerva behind. It was finally returned to the Athenaeum in 1961.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
20.25" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of George M. Miller
Is Part Of
A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included.
General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
AP.35.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Miller
Minerva
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Georges Cuvier
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Unknown, probably French
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1830 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Plaster portrait bust of Georges Cuvier, depicted with long sideburns, and short wavy hair forming a v-shaped widow's peak on the forehead. Inscribed along bottom front: G. CUVIER.
Jean Léopold Nicolas Frédéric Cuvier (1769 - 1832), known as Baron Georges Cuvier, was a French naturalist widely admired for his research and publications on zoology and paleontology. Cuvier was a major figure in natural sciences research in the early 19th century and was instrumental in establishing the fields of comparative anatomy and paleontology through his work in comparing living animals with fossils. He was perpetual secretary of the National Institute and as a public official was connected with public education generally. In 1808 he was placed by Napoleon upon the Council of the Imperial University.
The Athenaeum of Philadelphia holds books by Cuvier on the subjects of zoology, geology, and paleontology in its Rare Book Collection.
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Roger W. Moss
Is Part Of
A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included.
General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
1993.M03.01
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Cuvier
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Robert Cornelius
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1845 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
The Philadelphian Robert Cornelius (1805-1893), son of the silversmith Christian Cornelius, was a pioneer daguerreotypist and successful lighting manufacturer. The Athenaeum owns photographs by Cornelius, and original lighting fixtures for the Athenaeum were designed by Cornelius and Company. Cornelius is depicted here in an idealized classical Greek manner, his gaze turned slightly to his right, and wearing a loosely draped garment gathered around his shoulders. This bust descended in the Cornelius family and was given to the Athenaeum in 1992 by John C. Cornelius, III, Robert Cornelius' great grandson.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
24.75" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Marble
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of John C. Cornelius III
Is Part Of
A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included.
General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
1992.M02.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Cornelius
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
William Shakespeare
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1847 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Hollow plaster cast bust of William Shakespeare (1564-1616), renowned English poet, playwright and actor, regarded by many as the greatest dramatist of all time. According to the minutes of the Athenaeum (October 18, 1847), this bust was given to the Athenaeum in 1847 shortly after the new building opened.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
28.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster; painted in 1955
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of David Paul Brown
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
AP.33.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Shakespeare
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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John Milton
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1847 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Hollow plaster cast bust of English poet, historian and intellectual John Milton (1608 - 1674), best known for Paradise Lost (1667), widely considered the greatest epic poem in English. According to the minutes of the Athenaeum (October 18, 1847), this bust was given to the Athenaeum in 1847 shortly after the new building opened.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
28.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster; painted in 1955
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of David Paul Brown
Is Part Of
A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included.
General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
AP.34.01
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Milton
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
Daniel Webster
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Thomas Ball
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1853
Description
An account of the resource
Standing figure of Daniel Webster, facing forward with head turned slightly to left. High prominent forehead, deep set eyes and stern mouth. Subject is depicted wearing a tail coat, with his right hand tucked into his coat above his waist. A draped architectural element is depicted to the right of the subject along with two books; the drapery over the architectural element continues around the rear of the base behind the figure. Incised on back of base: T Ball Sculpt / Boston Mass / 1853.
Daniel Webster (1782- 1852), American Statesman, was born in Salisbury, New Hampshire. Aspiring to but never attaining the Presidency of the United States, Webster's political career included terms as a Congressman, Senator, and Secretary of State. His eloquence as a speaker and writer, however, earned him the widest renown.
This statuette is a replica of a figure modelled by Thomas Ball (1819-1911), son of a Charlestown, Massachusetts, house and sign painter. Art dealer C.W. Nichols obtained the copyright to reproduce this popular statuette, making it one of the earliest examples of mass-produced American sculpture.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
29.75" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Athenaeum purchase
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
1973.21.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Ball
Webster
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Unidentified man
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Charles Bullett
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1855
Description
An account of the resource
Hollow painted plaster cast of an unidentified bearded man, executed in the classical manner with the head at a slight turn to the right. The man's wavy hair brushes the tops of his ears; he has a neatly trimmed full beard and no mustache. Incised below the left shoulder: Chs Bullett 1855.
French-born sculptor and stoneworker Charles Bullett (1820-1873) studied at L'Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris before moving to New York City in 1848, and then to Cincinnati, Ohio in 1850. He earned widespread acclaim for his sculpture, and served as the principal of the sculpture department during the building of the capitol in Columbus. He eventually settled in Louisville, Kentucky, where he helped establish the Muldoon Monument Company, a marble cutting firm highly regarded for its work throughout Kentucky and the American South. Bullett supervised the production of monuments in the firm’s workshop in Carrara, Italy, until he died in 1873.
Extent
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21.0" H
Medium
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Plaster, enamel paint
Provenance
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Gift of Robert T. and Sandra S. Trump
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1980.08.01
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Bullett
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
Samuel Breck
Creator
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Henry Dmochowski Saunders
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1855
Description
An account of the resource
Bronze bas relief portrait of Samuel Breck, depicted in profile view within an oval ornately-carved oak rococo style frame.
Born in Boston and educated in France, Breck (1771-1862) served as president of the Athenaeum from 1845 to 1862. It was during his tenure that the cornerstone of the present Athenaeum building was laid in 1845. In 1855 the Board of Directors decided to honor Beck's service to the institution by commissioning a medallion of him by sculptor Henry Dmochowski Saunders. A political exile from Lithuania (then part of Russian Poland), Saunders lived in Philadelphia from 1853 to 1857, having developed a good reputation for creating busts, medallions and statuettes of many notable figures. His busts of Kosciuszko and Pulaski are in Washington, at the Capitol.
Extent
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42.5" H x 34.0" W
Medium
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Bronze, oak
Provenance
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Commissioned from the artist by the Athenaeum
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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AP.37.01
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Beck
Saunders
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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General George G. Meade
Creator
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Joseph Alexis Bailly
Date
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1868
Description
An account of the resource
Marble bust of General George G. Meade (1815-1872), executed in the classical manner with the head at a slight turn to the right. General Meade was a native Philadelphian and served as commander in chief of the Army of the Potomac during the Civil War.
Sculptor Joseph A Bailly (1825-1883) was born in Paris and came to the United States in 1848 and to Philadelphia in 1850. In 1876 he became the professor of sculpture at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.
Extent
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22.0" H
Medium
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Vermont marble
Provenance
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Gift of Edward Swain III
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1973.22.01
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Bailly
Meade
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Charles Garnier
Creator
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Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux. Foundry mark: E. Gruet Jeune Fondeur
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1868 (circa) - 1869 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Cast bronze portrait bust of Charles Garnier (1825-1898). Sculptural details such as Garnier’s unkempt curly hair and his disheveled clothing are indicative of sculptor Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux’s skill at infusing his works with spontaneity and naturalism.
Architect Charles Garnier won the Paris Opera commission in 1861 over a field of nearly 200 contestants. Garnier and Carpeaux were friends, and Carpeaux executed many sculptural works for Garnier's finest building, the Opera. A version of this portrait bust greets visitors as they climb the grand stair of the Opera, and there is a third casting at the Louvre in Paris. Carpeaux was the most successful French sculptor of the mid-19th Century; he was widely recognized as the official sculptor of the Second French Empire.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
28.75" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Samuel J. Dornsife
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1999.M04.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Octavius (Augustus)
Creator
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Zauli after L. Clerici
Date
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1873 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
White marble bust of Augustus Caesar, on a white marble base. Augustus Caesar (63BC-14AD), adopted by his great uncle Julius Caesar as son and heir, became the first Roman emperor in 27 BC. Augustus was an able administrator and town planner. Arts and literature flourished during his reign, and he is quoted as saying that he found Rome a city made of bricks and left it a city made of marble.
Note: From the time he was born in 63 BCE until 44 BCE, he is generally referred to by historians as Octavius. After 44 BCE, when he became the adopted son and heir of his recently-assassinated great-uncle Julius Caesar, he is known as Octavian. Beginning in 26 BCE, he is known as Augustus, the name conferred upon him by the Roman Senate. (See also 1972.03.01.)
Extent
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17.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Marble
Provenance
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Gift of W. Logan Fox
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1966.01.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Augustus
Clerici
Octavius
Zauli
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Troika
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1877
Description
An account of the resource
Cast bronze sculpture of winter scene with a troika carrying a man and a woman, with a standing driver. Road marker included. This bronze sculpture represents a troika, a Russian sleigh on wooden runners drawn by three horses abreast. It is an example of the Realism movement of mid-19th century Russian art primarily based in St. Petersburg, the cultural center of Russia's art development at that time. The portrayal of Russian folk life was a particularly popular subject of small scale statues in Russian Realism.
Alexei Petrovitch Gratcheff (c. 1780- 1850) was born in Russia. He made his career as an engraver, and was a member of the Russian school. Gratcheff studied under the engraver, A. A. Ossipoff, who like Gratcheff engraved portraits of famous contemporaries, book illustrations, and copies of paintings."
Extent
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11.5" H x 12.0" W x 17.5" L
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze
Provenance
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Gift of Dr. Clifford B. Farr
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1961.09.01
Creator
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Alexei Gratcheff
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Gratcheff
Russia
Troika
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
R. Swain Gifford
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
William R. O'Donovan
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1879
Description
An account of the resource
Plaster portrait bust of R. Swain Gifford. The subject gazes straight ahead toward the viewer. Surface patina accentuates the texture of the subject’s short cropped hair and full beard. “RS GIFFORD” is incised on the bottom front of the bust.
Robert Swain Gifford (1840 – 1905) was an American painter and printmaker. He spent much of his youth in the coastal areas of Massachusetts and Connecticut, where he developed an affinity for New England land- and seascapes. In 1866, he settled in New York City, where he taught art for nearly thirty years at the Cooper Union School, and helped establish the New York Etching Club. He won medals at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition and numerous other venues. His work is represented in a number of institutions, including the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
William Rudolf O'Donovan (1844 – 1920) was a successful self-taught sculptor. Born in Virginia, he served in the Confederate Army. After the Civil War, he opened a studio in New York City and began his career as a well-regarded professional sculptor, producing many public monuments as well as portrait busts and bas reliefs of prominent persons, including Walt Whitman, Thomas Eakins, and George Washington.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
23.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster
Provenance
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Gift of Mrs. Robert S. Ross
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1992.M03.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Gifford
O'Donovan
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
Fusilier
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Luca Madrassi
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1885 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
This late 19th-century bronze statuette represents a fusilier (infantryman) in Napoleon's army. Armed with musket and bayonet, the well-equipped soldier wears a tall bearskin hat which is fitted at the front with an eagle badge, and decorated with plume, pom poms, and braided cord. The belt which crosses over the subject's shoulders holds his sword and a cartridge box, which also bears a Napoleonic eagle. Buttoned gaiters, worn to protect the soldier on the march, cover the fusilier's shoes and reach mid thigh. The long skirt of the subject's coat is folded back and hooked up to allow better mobility.
Born in Italy, Luca Madrassi (fl. 1869-1914) studied at L'Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In addition to his realistic military sculpture, Madrassi was a master of the fantastic, modeling such allegorical subjects as fairies, cupids, satyrs and genies.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
35.5" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze
Provenance
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Gift of Frances Sabena and Mary Elizabeth Fernley
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1979.04.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Fusilier
Madrassi
Napoleon Bonaparte (Napoleon I)
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
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Title
A name given to the resource
William Penn
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Alexander Milne Calder
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1886
Description
An account of the resource
Plaster maquette (small scale model) of the final version for the 37-foot high, 27-ton bronze figure of William Penn (1644 - 1718) atop Philadelphia's City Hall, by Alexander Milne Calder (Scottish-American, 1846-1923). English colonist William Penn, a member of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), founded the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The full length figure of Penn wears colonial garb, with his right hand extended gracefully, and a copy of the Charter of Pennsylvania in his left hand.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
28.5" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1997.M03.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Calder
Penn
Philadelphia
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Chasseur à Cheval
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Pierre Nicolas Tourgueneff
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1890 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
A bronze equestrian statuette representing a "chasseur à cheval," a French cavalry soldier of the Napoleonic era. Faces left. Soldier is depicted wearing a short fur hat with plume; a coat with fur collar, cuffs and braided front with four rows of buttons; and boots with spurs. Hanging from the belt around the soldier's waist is a sword and cartridge box with an eagle badge. The horse carries the soldier's blanket roll. The statuette rests on an oval wooden base, which is painted black.
Born in Paris of Russian parents, Pierre Nicolas Tourgueneff (1854-1912) specialized in portrait and equestrian sculpture. He exhibited at the Paris Salon from 1880 to 1911, four times receiving honorable mentions and the Grand Prize at the Universal Exposition of 1889. Tourgueneff's realistic modeling of this uniformed soldier and horse reflects more than an artistic interest in his subject. He was a member of the Legion of Honor, achieving the rank of "Chevalier" in 1903, after twenty years of active service. The Legion of Honor, instituted by Napoleon in 1802, is France's highest honor for citizens of military or civil distinction.
Extent
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24.0" H
Medium
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Bronze, wood
Provenance
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Gift of Pauline T. Pease
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1979.08.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Chasseur à Cheval
Napoleon Bonaparte (Napoleon I)
Tourgueneff
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Cupid with dolphins
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1890 (circa)
Description
An account of the resource
Plaster cast of a decorative stone sculpture set in an exterior masonry wall of the Moore House at 1321 Locust Street, Philadelphia. Cupid is flanked by two dolphins within a cylindrical frame. 19 3/8" diameter x 6 1/2" deep. The Moore House was built in 1890 and was designed by architect Wilson Eyre.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
19.375" diameter
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Hyman Myers, FAIA and Sandra K. Myers
Is Part Of
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Myers Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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2018.02.01
Rights
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Cupid
Eyre
Moore
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Mercury
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
after the original by Jean de Bologne, c. 1580
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1898-1899
Description
An account of the resource
Brass figure of the Roman god Mercury carrying a caduceus (a staff entwined by two snakes) and wearing winged sandals and a petasus (winged cap). Mercury stands balanced on one foot upon a column of air emanating from the wind god Aeolus, atop a frieze of putti (cherubim or cupids) supported by a marble base. A brass label is attached to base of figure: "Diskos Handicap 1898-1899."
Extent
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42.5" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Brass, marble
Provenance
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Gift of Samuel J. Dornsife
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1975.05.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Bologne
Mercury
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
William Penn
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Alexander Milne Calder
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2009
Description
An account of the resource
Small replica of Alexander Milne Calder's sculpture of William Penn, attached to a wood block base. Bottom of the base is stamped "ACADEMY OF MUSIC OF PHILADELPHIA."
The full size version of this sculpture is a 37-foot high, 27-ton bronze figure of William Penn (1644 - 1718) atop Philadelphia's City Hall. English colonist William Penn, a member of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), founded the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The figure of Penn wears colonial garb, with his right hand extended gracefully, and a copy of the Charter of Pennsylvania in his left hand.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
8.5" H (including wood base)
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Hyman Myers, FAIA and Sandra K. Myers
Is Part Of
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Myers Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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2016.06.41
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Calder
Penn
Philadelphia
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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William Shakespeare
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Tiffany & Co.
Description
An account of the resource
Bronze bust of William Shakespeare (1564-1616), renowned English poet, playwright and actor, regarded by many as the greatest dramatist of all time. This bronze bust shows Shakespeare with his head turned slightly to the left, hair brushed back, bearded, wearing tassels at the collar and a cloak over the right shoulder. It is a copy of the original sculpture by John Cheere, a white marble version of which King George IV acquired to place in the Grand Corridor at Windsor Castle. In the late 19th- and early 20th-centuries, Tiffany & Co. produced this and other bronze reproduction sculptures of such prominent figures as Washington, Lincoln and Beethoven, available in a variety of sizes and prices.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
18.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Mrs. William B. Linn
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1950.01.01
Temporal Coverage
Temporal characteristics of the resource.
Late 19th - early 20th century
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Shakespeare
Tiffany
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types.
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Title
A name given to the resource
Psyche of Capua
Description
An account of the resource
This 19th century marble reproduction is based on a badly damaged sculpture found in the mid 1700s in the Roman amphitheater of Capua. That sculpture found in Capua is a 1st- century Roman copy of an earlier work in the style of Greek sculptor Scopas. The figure was originally thought to represent Psyche, goddess of the soul, but more likely represents Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty. The Capua sculpture is now housed in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, Italy.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
29.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Marble
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Dr. Francis F. Hart and Mrs. George A. Robbins
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1959.01.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
after Scopas
Temporal Coverage
Temporal characteristics of the resource.
Late 19th century (?)
Psyche
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Octavius (Augustus)
Description
An account of the resource
White marble portrait bust, head of a youth, on a black base: probably a nineteenth century copy of the head of Octavian (Augustus) from the Vatican galleries. Augustus Caesar (63BC-14AD), adopted by his great uncle Julius Caesar as son and heir, became the first Roman emperor in 27 BC.
Note: From the time he was born in 63 BCE until 44 BCE, he is generally referred to by historians as Octavius. After 44 BCE, when he became the adopted son and heir of his recently-assassinated great-uncle Julius Caesar, he is known as Octavian. Beginning in 26 BCE, he is known as Augustus, the name conferred upon him by the Roman Senate. (See also 1966.01.01.)
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
22.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Marble
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Peyton R. Biddle
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1972.03.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Augustus
Octavius
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Mercury
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
after the original by Jean de Bologne
Description
An account of the resource
French bronze statue of Mercury as patron god of medicine and healing, on a round Italian marble base and bronze plinth. Mercury carries the caduceus (a staff entwined by two snakes) and wears winged sandals and a petasus (winged cap); stands balanced on one foot upon a column of air emanating from wind god Aeolus. Probably a 19th-century copy after Jean de Bologne, 1564.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
24.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze, marble
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Pauline T. Pease
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1988.M12.01
Temporal Coverage
Temporal characteristics of the resource.
Late 19th century
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Bologne
Mercury
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Benjamin Franklin
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Jean Antoine Houdon, after an original from 1778
Description
An account of the resource
Plaster portrait bust of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) by Jean Antoine Houdon, after an original from 1778. Benjamin Franklin, American Founding Father, writer, printer, postmaster, scientist, inventor, statesman, and diplomat, known for his wit and humor, is depicted here with shoulder-length hair and a plain suit coat, buttoned vest and simple cravat.
French sculptor Jean Antoine Houdon was well known for portrait busts of public figures of the late 18th century. Houdon sculpted Benjamin Franklin’s likeness during Franklin’s tenure as American minister to France from 1776 to 1785. While only two marble versions of the bust are known to exist (one at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the other at the Metropolitan Museum of Art), Houdon also produced plaster versions such as this one in response to the public’s fascination with the popular American statesman.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
24.0" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Plaster, modern white paint
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Trumpv
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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1993.M05.01
Rights
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http://www.philaathenaeum.org/rights.html
Franklin
Houdon
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
A name given to the resource
Charles Wharton Stork
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Francis Wharton Stork
Description
An account of the resource
Cast bronze portrait bust on wood base of Dr. Charles Wharton Stork (1881-1971) by his son Francis Wharton Stork. Dr. Stork was a Philadelphia-born poet, playwright, literary critic, editor, and educator. He served on the board of directors of the Athenaeum of Philadelphia for forty-nine years, from 1919 to 1968. This portrait bust was given to the Athenaeum by the sculptor after he and his brother and sister created the Charles Wharton Stork lecture endowment at the Athenaeum.
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
14.5" H
Medium
The material or physical carrier of the resource.
Bronze
Provenance
A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource.
Gift of Francis Wharton Stork
Is Part Of
A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included.
General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
1993.M10.01
Temporal Coverage
Temporal characteristics of the resource.
Late 1930s
Rights
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Title
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Sculpture Collection
Description
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The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Unidentified woman
Creator
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Paul Duboy
Description
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Painted porcelain bisque portrait bust of a young woman, by French sculptor Paul Duboy (1830 -1887). Inscribed on the back: A&L. / Paul. Duboy. SC. The subject has light blue eyes, silvery hair, and her head is turned slightly towards her left. She wears a pale blue plumed hat, a high-collared lavender and purple capelet edged in gold trim, and an intricate gold necklace. Duboy produced multiple copies of many similar decorative porcelain busts and figurines in varying colorways.
Extent
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26.0" H
Medium
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Porcelain bisque
Provenance
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Gift of Florinda D. Doelp and David W. Doelp, Sr.
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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2016.20.01
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Duboy
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Dublin Core
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Title
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Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Title
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Phrenology head
Description
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Phrenology head. Hollow plaster, incised PHRENOLOGY on the front, with areas of the head delineated and numbered . A partially missing label on the back lists the numbered areas and psychological attributes.
Phrenology is based on the belief that certain delineated areas of the brain are responsible for different functions, and that an individual’s personality and character can be ascertained by studying the corresponding bumps and indentations on the person’s skull. The theory was developed by German physician Franz Joseph Gallin in the 1790s, and further advanced by his assistant Johann Gaspar Spurzheim. Phrenology faced skepticism from the scientific community, but enjoyed immense popularity with the American public throughout the 19th century. Today, phrenology is regarded as a pseudoscience.
Extent
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11.75" H
Medium
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Plaster
Provenance
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Found in collection
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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2018.13.01
Rights
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Phrenology
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Title
A name given to the resource
Sculpture Collection
Description
An account of the resource
The Athenaeum’s Sculpture Collection comprises a variety of European and American works in marble, bronze, plaster and ceramic, dating mostly from the 19th century. A variety of historical literary, mythological, ancient classical, political, military, arts and science figures are represented.
Additional sculptures relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family may be viewed online in the Athenaeum's Featured Collection, "Bonaparte Collection."
Physical Object
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Dublin Core
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Title
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Phrenology head
Description
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Glazed ceramic phrenology head. Areas of the skull are delineated and labeled in black lettering, each area indicating a particular psychological trait. Front base reads: Fowler's IMPROVED PHRENOLOGICAL HEAD. Two base sides read: AFFECTIVE PROPENSITIES and INTELLECTUAL FACULTIES. Underside of base reads: ACME CEREBAL [illegible].
Phrenology is based on the belief that certain delineated areas of the brain are responsible for different functions, and that an individual’s personality and character can be ascertained by studying the corresponding bumps and indentations on the person’s skull. The theory was developed by German physician Franz Joseph Gallin in the 1790s, and further advanced by his assistant Johann Gaspar Spurzheim. Phrenology faced skepticism from the scientific community, but enjoyed immense popularity with the American public throughout the 19th century. Today, phrenology is regarded as a pseudoscience.
Extent
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10.25" H
Medium
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Ceramic
Provenance
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Found in collection
Is Part Of
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General Collection, Museum Collection, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Identifier
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2018.14.01
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Fowler
Phrenology