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CollectionABDUA University of Aberdeen, Human Culture Collection
Object NameBust (Alexander Bain)
Sculpture
Potrait Bust
Object NumberABDUA:30672
Other Number Typeold number
CreatorUOA\s04hc6
Brief DescriptionPlaster portrait bust of Alexander Bain (Professor of Logic & Lord Rector of the University of Aberdeen, 1818 - 1903). Older male bust with bushy beard extending from sides of face down under the chin, hair on head balding on top. Wearing a shirt and waistcoat with large bow tie, and University robes and sash over right shoulder. Bust has been painted to imitate bronze.
DimensionsH: 520 x W: 480mm
MaterialsPlaster, paint.
ConditionFair
CompletenessIncomplete
Completeness NoteSome damage to base, and so bust will no longer stand upright.
TechniquePlaster cast.
MakerBainsmith, H. (R.A)
Object Production Date10/08/1891
Place KeyEurope, Scotland, Aberdeen, University of Aberdeen.
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