The Muse of History 1784 - 1794

Johann Heinrich von Dannecker's "The Muse of History," a marble sculpture created between 1784 and 1794, depicts a seated female figure holding a scroll. The idealized, classical figure is draped in flowing robes, emphasizing her grace and poise, and her contemplative expression suggests a deep connection to the historical events recorded on the scroll. This Neoclassical work, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Dannecker's mastery of form and his ability to evoke a sense of timeless beauty and intellectual pursuit.