Bust of a Young Girl

Attributedattributed to Robert Le Lorrain (French, 1666 - 1743)

ClassificationsSCULPTURE

Dateca. 1700-1750

Mediumbronze

Dimensions14 3/8 x 10 x 8½ in. (36.5 x 25.5 x 21.5 cm)

DescriptionThis bust portrays a young girl who is traditionally identified as Venus, the Roman goddess of beauty.

SignedNo 2 written in pencil on a sticky label below the brass plate:

Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. The Arabella D. Huntington Memorial Art Collection.

Status

On view

Object number27.97

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