Bust of Louise Brongniart
| Artist | Jean Antoine Houdon (French, 1741–1828) |
|---|---|
| Title | Bust of Louise Brongniart |
| Date | Early to mid 19th century |
| Medium | Terracotta |
| Dimensions | Overall: 18 1/2 x 10 x 7 in. (47 x 25.4 x 17.8 cm) |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Chatfield Taylor, Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University |
| Accession Number | 63.95 |
| 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 nude child turned slightly to the side. The girl’s hair is pinned up in the back, and small wisps of hair fall from her hairline. Her expression is solemn.
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"Bust of Louise 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=63.95