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Larger-Than-Life Patinated Bronze Bust of President William H. Taft

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A very fine and larger-than-life and very realistic museum quality patinated bronze bust of President William H. Taft (1857–1930) by Frederick Ernst Triebel (American, 1865-1944) cast by Nelli Foundry in Rome, Italy. William H. Taft, the 27th President of the United States and Jurist, is depicted with his renown thick mustache and wearing a bow tie, vest and coat. Inscribed on the back: F.E. Triebel. Sculp and Fond. Nelli, Roma, circa first quarter 20th century. Due to its size, subject and high quality, this bust was probably commissioned for a Museum or public exhibition, such as an embassy or government building, the same way as other similar works by the sculptor. The Roman foundry operated by the Nelli family during the last quarter of the 19th century cast works for many leading sculptors of the day, including Alfred Gilbert and Anton van Wouw. A lifesize marble sculpture of Henry Mower Rice also by Frederick E. Triebel, is part of the collection at The National Statuary Hall at The Capitol in Washington D.C. Measures: Height 36 inches (91.4 cm,) Width 33 inches (83.8 cm,) Depth 20 inches (50.8 cm).
  • Creator:
    Frederick Ernst Triebel 1 (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 33 in (83.82 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Style:
    American Classical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    First Quarter of the 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. A superb and large Museum quality bronze bust of President William H. Taft in excellent original condition. A very impressive larger that life size bust.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A11131stDibs: LU179625115713

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