William Randolph Barbee (American, 1818-1868), Bust of

William Randolph Barbee
(American, 1818-1868)
Bust of Venus

marble sculpture
signed and dated "Barbee, 1858"
26 1/2 x 16 x 9 inches

Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, turned to her right, with deep-set almond shaped eyes, curved eyebrows and full lips. Her hair pulled back, falling in cascading wavy locks, with a beaded headpiece. The lower portion encompassed with tulip flowers and scrolling motifs.
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