Who created "California"?

California was created by Hiram Powers in 1850–55, carved 1858.

When was "California" created?

This artwork was created 1850–55, carved 1858.

Is "California" in the public domain?

Yes, California is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

California

Hiram Powers

1850–55, carved 1858

Medium

Marble

Dimensions

71 x 18 1/4 x 24 3/4 in. (180.3 x 46.4 x 62.9 cm)

Classification

Sculpture

Culture

American

Department

The American Wing

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of William Backhouse Astor, 1872

Accession Number

72.3

Tags

Female Nudes

About this artwork

This marble work by Hiram Powers, titled 'California' and created 1850–55, carved 1858, represents an important example of artistic production from this period. Hiram Powers's practice contributed to the broader artistic traditions of the time, demonstrating the technical skills and aesthetic sensibilities characteristic of The American Wing artworks in museum collections. The piece reflects the cultural and artistic values of its era, serving as a document of historical visual culture. Further ...

About the Artist

Hiram Powers

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