What is the thematic context of Diana?

greek & roman ideals, mythological diana", beaux-arts influence, american sculpture rise, public art commission, macmonnies' signature, parisian artistry, symbol of grace & power

What topics does Diana explore?

classical sculpture, diana goddess”, “bronze figure”, “neoclassical art”, “hunt & pursuit”, “female nude”, “dynamic pose”

Artwork Info: Diana - greek & roman ideals

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Diana

frederick william macmonnies (1863 – 1937)

Explore the Beaux-Arts sculptures of Frederick William MacMonnies – Nathan Hale, Diana & more! American sculptor known for Parisian artistry & iconic public works.

Reading Public Museum (Reading, United States of America)

Explore art, science & civilization at the Reading Public Museum! Discover American masterpieces, ancient artifacts, and a stunning arboretum. A unique cultural destination for all ages.

Frederick MacMonnies’ earliest training in art came at the age of seventeen, when he apprenticed to Augustus Saint-Gaudens in New York. The sculptor continued his studies at the National Academy of Design and The Art Students League of New York. By 1884, he traveled to Paris, where, as a student at the École des Beaux-Arts, MacMonnies began modeling his first life-size figure depicting Diana, goddess of the hunt and personification of the moon. Diana quickly earned a reputation as MacMonnies

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About this artwork

Title: Diana
Artist: frederick william macmonnies
Year: 1890
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Reading Public Museum
Corpus context: parisian artistry , macmonnies' signature
Color palette: Pastels
Main color: Espresso
Keywords: bronze statue female , frederick macmonnies , 1890 sculpture art