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George Washington
Thomas Ball (American, 1819–1911)
1887
Medium/Technique
Marble
Dimensions
Overall: 52.1 x 40.6 x 35.6cm (20 1/2 x 16 x 14in.)
Credit Line
Arthur Tracy Cabot Fund and Curator's Fund
Accession Number1993.857
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionThis statue is a later marble version of Washington's portrait on the colossal bronze equestrian figure by the same artist, which was erected in Boston's Public Garden in 1869. In this bust, Ball has succeeded in capturing the great patriot's character and expression with a style that is both naturalistic and dramatic.