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Thomas Thornycroft (1815-85)
Medea signed & dated 1846
Marble | 59.0 x 29.0 x 23.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 41017
Grand Corridor Third Section, Osborne House
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White carrara marble bust of Medea, wife of Jason the Greek mythological hero. She is shown naked, looking half to the right with her hair knotted at the back and wearing a diadem. Set on a square base.
Provenance
Given to Queen Victoria by Prince Albert, on his birthday. 26th August 1849. [Victoria & Albert: Art & Love, London, 2010, pg 458]
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Medium and techniques
Marble
Measurements
59.0 x 29.0 x 23.0 cm (whole object)
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