The sculpture is a bust of a gentleman in a suit with a bowtie. It is made of bronze with a dark patina, showcasing shades of green and brown. The sculpture features realistic facial details such as a mustache and slicked-back hair. The intricate textures highlight the clothing folds and facial expressions, suggesting the representation of a historical figure.

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Thomas Fortune Ryan

sculptor Auguste Rodin (French, 1840 - 1917)

1909-1910

Medium: bronze
Classification: Sculpture
Dimensions: overall: 63 x 51.5 x 29.5 cm (24 13/16 x 20 1/4 x 11 5/8 in.)
Culture: French
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CSD
Credit line: Gift of Mrs. John Barry Ryan, Jr.
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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