Bust of Alexandre Brongniart
| Artist | Jean Antoine Houdon (French, 1741–1828) |
|---|---|
| Title | Bust of Alexandre Brongniart |
| Date | Early to mid 19th century |
| Medium | Terracotta |
| Dimensions | Overall: 19 x 11 x 6 in. (48.3 x 27.9 x 15.2 cm) |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Chatfield Taylor, Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University |
| Accession Number | 63.94 |
| This artwork is currently off display. You may be able to see this artwork by filling out an art viewing room request. | |
A small bust of a young child turned slightly to the side. The child has short wavy hair and a serious expression. He is wearing a ruffled shirt with the top button undone.
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"Bust of Alexandre Brongniart | Collections Online." Collections Online. Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University, 2025. https://artmuseum.indiana.edu/collections-online/browse/object.php?number=63.94