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Profile portrait of Revd Dr Henry Wellesley, 1856 (carrara marble)
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Profile portrait of Revd Dr Henry Wellesley, 1856 (carrara marble)
1217266 Profile portrait of Revd Dr Henry Wellesley, 1856 (carrara marble) by Munro, Alexander (1825-71); diam: 54 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: diameter: 54 cm of marble as visible
height: 74.3 cm
width: 74.3 cm
Carrara marble (in frame)); eAshmolean Museum; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 22535970
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This profile portrait of Revd Dr Henry Wellesley, created in 1856 by Alexander Munro, is a remarkable example of Carrara marble sculpture. The intricately carved relief captures the essence and character of its subject with astonishing precision. Measuring 54 cm in diameter, this tondo-shaped artwork showcases Munro's exceptional talent for sculpting human forms. Reverend Dr Henry Wellesley's features are meticulously rendered, from the gentle curve of his forehead to the sharp lines defining his nose and chin. Munro expertly brings out the reverend's dignified expression and intellectual demeanor through subtle details such as the furrowed brow and contemplative gaze. Displayed at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, UK, this masterpiece stands as a testament to Munro's mastery of his craft. The use of Carrara marble adds an ethereal quality to the piece, enhancing its timeless beauty. Encased within an elegant frame, it exudes a sense of grandeur that befits both its subject matter and Victorian era origins. As we admire this exquisite work of art today, we are transported back to a bygone era where portraiture was not only about capturing physical likeness but also conveying deeper aspects of one's personality. This profile portrait serves as a window into Revd Dr Henry Wellesley's world while showcasing Munro's extraordinary skill as a sculptor.
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