A Muse

first half of 18th century · Bust · 88.9 × 72.4 cm

May one see it?

Yes, receiving visitors

Victoria and Albert Museum

London, United Kingdom

RoomDisplay area west of Grand Entrance at base of stairs to room 58

On public display.

Checked: 7 days ago
In this state since: Sep 25, 2026
Source: The museum's own collection data

On the map Museum page

About the sculpture

This marble bust and its accompanying one (Mus. No. 7528-1861) are representing muses and both originated from Palazzo Bernini in Rome. They are made by an unknown sculptor in Rome in the 18th century.

Victoria and Albert Museum

Particulars

Accession number: 7527-1861

What it shows

Cloak Robe Wreath Portrait

In the catalog

Rome

Sources

Victoria and Albert Museum: the museum's own open data · fetched 7 days ago
Image: Victoria and Albert Museum — © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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