Object Record
Images
Metadata
Object Name |
Bust |
Title |
General James Taylor |
Catalog Number |
1919.1 |
Creator |
Hart, Joel Tanner, 1810-1877 |
Date |
1847 |
Material(s) |
Marble |
Dimensions |
H-22 W-19 D-10.5 inches |
Description |
This bust of General James Taylor depicts the subject in classical style drape covering his shoulders and chest. The subject's head is turned to the look to his right side. He has a receding hairline and prominent forehead. |
Notes |
An old card in the file for this piece reads "Taylor was a Major General of Militia in the War of 1812 and the founder of Newport, Ky. " |
Collection |
Mrs. John Taylor Collection |
People |
Taylor, James Hart, Joel Tanner, 1810-1877 |
Subjects |
Military personnel Soldiers Marble |
Search Terms |
War of 1812 Newport (Ky.) |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |