Jean-Antoine Houdon
Bust of George Washington

Bust of George Washington

Public Domain

ArtistFrench, 1741–1828
ManufacturerEnglish, founded 1759
CultureEnglish
Titles
  • Bust of George Washington
Datec. 1820
PlaceEtruria, England
MediumEarthenware
Dimensions18 1/2 in. height (47 cm)
Credit LineThe Rienzi Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harris Masterson III
Object number94.1104
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Audubon Stairhall
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Department
Rienzi
Object Type
ProvenanceMr. and Mrs. Harris Masterson III; given to MFAH, 1994.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Impressed with mark "Wedgwood"

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