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Portrait of Johanna Cornelia Ziesenis-Wattier
Paulus Joseph Gabriël, c. 1820
The Dutch actress Johanna Wattier was a true diva in her time, renowned for her interpretation of French theatrical roles. Accordingly, Gabriël gave her a self-possessed, almost regal air in this portrait bust. He derived his inspiration from portraits of Napoleon’s mother and sister by his famous teacher, Canova.
- Artwork typesculpture
- Object numberBK-B-42-1
- Dimensionsheight 55 cm x width 22.5 cm x depth 30 cm x weight 22 kg
- Physical characteristicswit marmer, het voetstuk van grijs marmer