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Profile Bust of a Woman

ca. 1800–1812
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Profile Bust of a Woman
  • Maker: John Christian Rauschner (German, Frankfurt 1760–after 1812)
  • Date: ca. 1800–1812
  • Medium: Wax, wood, glass
  • Dimensions: 15 7/8 x 14 7/8 in. (40.3 x 37.8 cm)
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Frederick W. Geissenhainer, 1955
  • Object Number: 55.33.2
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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