| Through the centuries there have been many historical, political, and literary icons. We are fortunate to have their portraits preserved by artists of many eras. Below we offer a few reproductions. If you are looking for a particular historic figure which you do not find below, please call us at 1-800-227-9196, or email us at sales@talariaenterprises.com |
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Martin Luther King Jr. Bust, bronze finish
Martin Luther King Jr. was an eloquent black Baptist minister who lead the civil-rights movement in the United States from the mid-1950s until his death by assassination in 1968. He lead the massive March on Washington (1963) to achieve civil rights. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 1964. The bust of Martin Luther King Jr. is made from fiberglass resin, bronze finish, 18”H x 9.5”W x 8”D. 5106b, $112
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Washington Bust by Houdon
What more can be said about George Washington? He was Father of the United States, general, and commander in chief of the colonial armies in the American Revolution (1775–83). Subsequently, he became the first president of the United States (1789–97). The bust of George Washington by 19th-century Neoclassical sculptor Houdon, is made from bronze patinated bonded marble, 12”H. 4767, $188
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Napoleon Bonaparte Bust
Unanimously revered during his lifetime as one of history's great heroes, Napoleon revolutionized military organization and training; sponsored the Napoleonic Code; the prototype of later civil-law codes; reorganized education; and established the long-lived Concordat with the papacy. This bust of the 19th century French leader Napoleon Bonaparte is made from bonded white marble, alabaster base, imported from Italy, 14”H. 4002, $208
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Napoleon Bust
Unanimously revered during his lifetime as one of history's great heroes, Napoleon revolutionized military organization and training; sponsored the Napoleonic Code; the prototype of later civil-law codes; reorganized education; and established the long-lived Concordat with the papacy. This bust of the 19th century French leader Napoleon Bonaparte is made from interior/exterior resin, white with gray wash finish, 29”H x 20”W x 10”D. 4597, $285
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Napoleon Consul Bust
This beautiful bust of the 19th century French leader Napoleon Bonaparte is made from designer resin with an aged speckle tone to look like stone, black base, 10.875"H x 5.75"W x 4.25"D. 6129, $39
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Napoleon Bonaparte on Rearing Horse White Sculpture
This sculpture of Napoleon Riding is adapted from a Neoclassical portrait painting by Jacques-Louis David. It illustrates Napoleon leading his troops across the Alps. Made from cold cast resin, in a white finish, it measures 11 1/2"H. 6422, $48
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Bust of Robert E. Lee
(1807-1870), Confederate States of America Heros. Made from fiberglass resin, white finish, 17.5"H x 11"W x 7"D. 5289, $92
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Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) was born in Florence, Italy, and grew up in England to become the first and most well known nurse in history. Florence revolutionized methods of caring for the sick and wounded. During the Crimean War, she enlisted 37 other nurses and reduced the death rate from 40% to 2%. She returned home to England and became an advisor to many countries on the building and management of hospitals. She became the first woman to be awarded the Order of Merit in 1907. Made from white Carrara bonded marble, imported from Italy, and measures 13.5”H x 5.5”W x 4”L. 4792, $113
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William Shakespeare The Bard Poet Bust
Shakespeare penned the dramatic stories, plays, and poems that would become timeless classics. His masterpieces transcend into the human soul, as they can be found today, hundreds of years after his death around the globe. Can you imagine literature without Romeo and Juliet, King Lear, The Tempest or The Taming of the Shrew, just to name a few? This William Shakespear Bust Greek Poet Bust is a perfect gift for a writer, poet, philosopher or history buff. Historic portrait bust is made from resin, in an off-white with aged grey finish, black base, 12.25"H x 8.75"W x 5.125"D. 6159, $45.00
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Blind Lady Justice
The delicate balance of right and wrong rests on blind justice. Since Roman times, Themis, the Goddess of Justice, has reined as the foremost personification of virtue and justice, representing both impartiality and power. Her blindfolding, which dates to the 16th century, shows that her justice is fair and not subject to influence. This reproduction of Themis is the 19th century rendition by Mayer. Made from bronze on a round marble base, 17.25”H x 5.25”W x 5.25”W, 11 lbs. 4265, $350
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Blind Lady of Justice with Pen Holder, Clock and Marble Base
The delicate balance of right and wrong rests on blind justice. Since Roman times, Themis, the Goddess of Justice, has reined as the foremost personification of virtue and justice, representing both impartiality and power. Her blindfolding, which dates to the 16th century, shows that her justice is fair and not subject to influence. This reproduction of Themis is the 19th century rendition of the Goddess. Blind Lady Justice with sword in hand is ready to add honor to your office or library. She stands on a marble base with slot for your pen and a personal clock. Made from bronze, marble base, 10”H x 8.25”W x 5.5”D. 5461, $85
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Ben Franklin Money Bank by Houdon
For Age and Want save while you may; No morning Sun lasts a whole Day. -- Benjamin Franklin (American statesman, diplomat, and inventor, 1706-90)
As a young man, Benjamin Franklin worked in Philadelphia as a printer, where he published the witty Poor Richard's Almanac (1732-57). We are indebted to him for, among other inventions, the lightening rod, and for many civic improvements in Philadelphia, including a library, fire company, and a university. As one of our country's greatest statesmen and diplomats, Franklin helped draft and signed the Declaration of Independence, and organized a postal system, serving as the first postmaster general (1775-76).
This Benjamin Franklin bank is adapted from a marble bust sculpted in 1779 by the French artist, Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). The sculpture is considered the most famous lifetime image of the great statesman. Now in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Our bank, a delightful and utilitarian display piece, is made of cast marble (crushed marble bonded with polymer resins), with a coin-slot at the back. The base has a felt bottom and unscrews for easy coin removal. Height 9". 6475, $42
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Benjamin Franklin Bust by Houdon - 12
Benjamin Franklin was an all around Renaissance man...well he would have been if he were alive in the Renaissance. Ben Franklin was an inventor, publicist, philosopher, and one of the United States greatest forefathers, which makes him perfect for your library or study. Engravings and decorated plates, miniatures in clay, porcelain and plaster almost mass produced, made his likeness known to an eager and sympathetic public. The Benjamin Franklin bust by French Neoclassical sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon, is made from polystone with resin, bronze finish, crisp details, 10.5”H x 6.5"W x 5"D. 5465, $59
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Ben Franklin Bust
He was an inventor, publicist, philosopher, and one of the United States greatest forefathers, which makes him perfect for your library or study. Engravings and decorated plates, miniatures in clay, porcelain and plaster almost mass produced, made his likeness known to an eager and sympathetic public. The bust is made from resin with a bronze finish, 15”W x 12”D x 23”H. 4183, $221
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Aristotle Greek Philosopher Bust, Black Base
The Greek philosopher Aristotle (384 - 322 BC) helped to transform Greek Presocratic philosophy into the foundations of Western Philosophy as we know it. He wrote books on many subjects, including physics, poetry, zoology, logic, rhetoric, government, and biology. As Plato's most famous pupil, he too imparted his provoking treatises and dialogues with his famous student, Alexander the Great. One often referenced theory relates to the Golden Mean. This Aristotle Greek Philosopher Bust is a perfect gift for a philosopher, lawyer or history buff.
Historic portrait bust is made from resin, in an off-white with aged grey finish, black base, 7.25"H x 3.5"W x 3.25"D. Aristotle's name is engraved on the back. 6149, $25
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