Bust Collection (#97)

Portrait of a Roman (Sextus Pompey), second half of 1st century BC. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Cupids, allegory of painting, 1760s. Artist: Francois Boucher
Cupids, allegory of painting, 1760s. Boucher, Francois (1703-1770). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Exhibition hall, House of the Association of Literature and Arts, Russia, 1910s. Found in the collection of the Russian State Film and Photo Archive, Krasnogorsk

Literature room, House of the Association of Literature and Arts, Russia, 1900s. Found in the collection of the Russian State Film and Photo Archive, Krasnogorsk

Chimney piece of the Library at Windsor Castle, 1896. Interior of Library at the royal residence of Windsor Castle, showing a bust of Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603) over the fireplace

Sir William MacCormac Bart, Irish surgeon, (1903). Artist: Alfred Drury
Sir William MacCormac Bart, Irish surgeon, (1903). MacCormac (1836-1901) worked with the Anglo-American ambulance during the Franco-Prussian War and was an authority on gunshot wounds

Bust of Athena, 1888. Artist: Piazza-Crarara
Bust of Athena, 1888. Private Collection

Pyrrhus of Epirus. Artist: A Lorenzini
Pyrrhus of Epirus. Pyrrhus (318-272 BC), was King of the Molossians (c297 BC), Epirus (306-301, 297-272 BC) and Macedon (288-284, 273-272 BC)

Head of Julius Caesar. Julius Caesar (c100-44 BC) was one of Romes most capable generals, as demonstrated by his conquest of Gaul in the 50s BC

Head of the Roman Emperor Tiberius. Artist: A Lorenzini
Head of the Roman Emperor Tiberius. Tiberius (42 BC-37 AD) was the Second Emperor of Rome, succeeding Augustus in 14 AD. From the National Museum, Rome

Head of Trajan, Roman Emperor, 98-117 AD. Located in the National Museum of Portugal

Marble bust of the Emperor Caligula. Caligula (12-41 AD) was the third Roman Emperor, ruling from 37 until he was assassinated in 41

Bust of Nefertiti, Egypt, 1375 BC. Great Royal Wife of the Egyptian Pharaoh Amenhotep IV

Egyptian bust, maybe Tutankhamen, 18th Dynasty. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris

Bust of Nefertiti, queen and wife of the Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh Akhenaten (Amenhotep IV). Nefertiti reigned from 1353-1336 BC. She was a supporter of Akhenatens worship of the sun god, Aten

Roman bust, possibly of Agrippa. Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa (63-12 BC), Roman statesman and naval and military commander. Agrippa was a friend, son-in-law, and deputy of the Emperor Augustus

Bust of Niccolo da Uzzano, c1430s. Artist: Donatello
Bust of Niccolo da Uzzano, c1430s. Niccolo da Uzzano was a prominent figure in Florentine public life in the early 15th century. From the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence

Portrait of John Michael Rysbrack, (presumed), 18th century. Artist: Samuel Buck
Portrait of John Michael Rysbrack, (presumed), 18th century

Bust of Louis XIV, Salon de Diane, Grand Apartment, Chateau de Versailles, France, 17th century

Portrait of Richard Milles, (probably 1760s). Artist: Pompeo Batoni
Portrait of Richard Milles, (probably 1760s). This portrait of Milles, who was Member of Parliament for Canterbury, was probably painted when he was in Rome whilst undertaking the Grand Tour

Artist studio scene, (1680-1720?). Artist: Gerard Thomas
Artist studio scene, (1680-1720?). Private collection

Plato, Ancient Greek philosopher. Plato (c428-c348 BC) was a student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle. His most famous work is The Republic, in which he outlines his vision of an ideal state

Hippocrates of Cos, Ancient Greek physician, 1866. Known as the father of medicine Hippocrates (c460-c359 BC) laid the foundations of a scientific basis for medicine

Theophrastus, Ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, 1866. Theophrastus (c372-c287 BC) was a pupil of Plato and of Aristotle who he succeeded as President of the Lyceum in 323 BC

Pythagoras, Ancient Greek mathematician and philosopher, 6th century BC. Portrait bust. As a philosopher, Pythagoras (c580-c500 BC) promoted the doctrine of the transmigration of souls

The Artist, c1845. Artist: Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins
The Artist, c1845. An artist is shown at his easel. He is surrounded by other works of art and a bust on its pedestal. From Graphic Illustrations of Animals Showing Their Utility to Man, (London)

Bust of Nero, Roman Emperor AD54-68, in crown and chestplate, c1st century. Nero (37 AD- 68 AD) was the last Roman emperor of the Julio-Claudian dynasty

Ancient marble bust of Emperor Caracalla, 212-217. A marble bust of emperor Caracalla found during the construction of the Via dei Fori Imperiali, now in the collections of the Capitoline Museums

Bust of Probus, Roman Emperor (276-282), c3rd century. Probus, (19 August 232 -September/October 282), was Roman Emperor from 276 to 282

Demosthenes. Greek Orator & Statesman, 384-322 BC
Demosthenes, Greek Orator and Statesman, 384-322 BC. Demosthenes (384-322 BC) was a prominent Greek statesman and orator of ancient Athens. Roman Portrait Bust at Capitoline Museum, Rome

Homer, Roman Portrait Bust, c2nd century. Homer is the name ascribed by the ancient Greeks to the legendary author of the Iliad and the Odyssey

Sappho, Greek Lyric Poetess, born c600BC, c5th century BC
Sappho. Greek Lyric Poetess, born c600 BC, c5th century BC. Roman copy of a Greek original of the 5th century BC

Celtic Bronze Three-Horned bull with Bust of two Goddesses, c1st century. From Maiden Castle, Dorset. At Dorset County Museum

Pericles, Greek statesman, c490-429 BC. Marble Bust of Pericles, a prominent and influential Greek statesman, orator and general of Athens during the Golden Age. Vatican Museum

Memorial bust of Tolstoy in park in Socchi, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Memorial bust of Tolstoy in park in Socchi, 20th century

Roman bronze portrait bust of Julius Caesar, 1st century BC
Roman bronze portrait bust of Julius Caesar, now in the Vatican Museum, 1st century BC

Bust of the Greek poetess Sappho, 6th century BC. Artist: Sappho
Bust of Sappho (630/12-570 BC), the Greek lyric poetress, from the Capitoline Museums collection in Rome, 6th century BC

Bust of the Greek philosopher Socrates, 5th century BC
Bust of the Greek philosopher Socrates (469-399 BC), from the Capitoline Museums collection in Rome, 5th century BC

Teracotta scent-bottle in the shape of a womans bust, made in Rhodes and found in Vulci, Italy. From the British Museums collection

Bust of the Greek statesman Pericles, 5th century BC
Bust of the Greek statesman Pericles (495-425 BC), from the Vatican Museums collection, 5th century BC

Terracotta bust of Dionysus with common offerings at tombs
Boetian terracotta bust of Dionysus holding an egg and a cockerel, which were common offerings at tombs

Roman marble head of Claudius, 1st century BC
Roman marble head of the Emperor Claudius, 1st century BC

Roman marble head of Seneca, 1st century BC
Roman marble head of the philosopher and politician Seneca, 1st century BC

Marble bust of King Charles II, 17th century. Artist: Honore Pelle
Marble bust of King Charles II (29 May 1630 - 6 February 1685) by Honore Pelle, from the V&A Museums collection in London, 17th century

Roman bronze bust of a Roman man with inlaid eyes, 2nd century
Bronze bust of a Roman man with silver and garnet inlaid eyes. From the British Museums collection, 2nd century

Stone bust of the Maize God, Maya, Copan, Honduras, Late Classic period, c600-c800. This sculpture is one of eight that were once set on the cornice of Structure 22

Bust of Apollodorus, 3rd century
Roman bust of a doctor named Apollodorus, 3rd century

Bust of the Roman emperor Augustus, 1st century
Bust of the Roman emperor Augustus (September 23, 63 BC - August 19, 14 AD) wearing a wreath, 1st century

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"Busts: A Glimpse into History and Art" Step into the world of ancient Rome with the majestic bust of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, a remarkable relic from 121-180 AD. Marvel at his stoic expression and imagine the power he once held. In Trinity College's Long Room, Dublin, immerse yourself in knowledge surrounded by countless books as you gaze upon various busts. Among them stands Nefertiti, an Egyptian queen immortalized in limestone and stucco. Her beauty transcends time. Discover Themistocles, a revered figure from ancient Greece whose wisdom shaped history. His bust serves as a reminder of his strategic brilliance that influenced empires. Hannibal's Naples Bust takes us back to one of history's greatest military minds. Imagine his fierce determination as he led armies across treacherous terrains. Travel to Vietnam where Ho Chi Minh's bust proudly stands alongside the Vietnamese socialist flag. This symbolizes their fight for independence in Indochina, leaving an indelible mark on Southeast Asia. Switching gears to music legends, David Bowie's iconic Gbr-Music-Bowie captures his enigmatic persona forever etched in our memories. Celebrate his artistic genius through this captivating sculpture. Delve into artistry beyond historical figures with David Wright's nude pin-up masterpiece. Appreciate its sensuality while recognizing its contribution to art history. Marcus Antonius' regal presence reminds us of Rome’s tumultuous past intertwined with love and betrayal during Cleopatra’s reign—a tale that continues to captivate generations. Claudius Galen’s scientific contributions come alive through his meticulously crafted bust—honoring a medical pioneer whose teachings still influence modern medicine today. Lastly, Alexander III the Great—the King of Macedonia—stands tall even after centuries have passed since his reign ended in 323 B. C. , reminding us of his unparalleled conquests that reshaped the world.