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Ivory White
Clean, classical, and quietly luminous.
Helen Ruthven Waterston Bust by Edmonia Lewis
5" / Ivory White
$49.00 USD
Helen Ruthven Waterston Bust by Edmonia Lewis
$49.00 USD
A substantial, artist-sculpted piece made to bring character and presence to your collection.
Helen Ruthven Waterston Bust by Edmonia Lewis
Choose your size and finish
Made to order in Ohio
Free U.S. and international shipping
Three display sizes
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A portrait bust of Helen Ruthven Waterston, sculpted by Edmonia Lewis in 1866. The original marble sculpture is held by the Smithsonian American Art Museum. This TheBustVault edition is based on the Smithsonian's open access 3D model and preserves the swept-back hair, detailed neckline, and shaped pedestal of Lewis's work.
Made to order in PLA for a library, study, or sculpture collection. Available in 5, 9, and 12 inch heights with Ivory White, Marble Stone, or Charcoal Black finishes.
Source sculpture: Edmonia Lewis, Helen Ruthven Waterston, 1866. Collection: Smithsonian American Art Museum.
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Choose your finish
Set the mood.
The same subject can feel classical, quietly textured, or sharply modern depending on the finish you choose.
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Marble Stone
Soft variation with an old-world gallery feel.
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Charcoal Black
Graphic, modern, and rich in silhouette.
Choose your scale
How much presence?
Every size is proportioned for display, from a considered desk accent to a room-defining statement.
Desk scale
Quietly collected
Ideal for desks, smaller shelves, and thoughtful gifts.
From $39
Room scale
Balanced presence
A substantial focal point for bookshelves, offices, and studies.
From $89
Statement scale
Made to anchor
Designed to command a mantel, cabinet, or dedicated display.
From $129