Bust of Schiller, from the series, Views in Central Park, New York, Part 3 1864

This chromolithograph, part of the series "Views in Central Park, New York," depicts the bust of German poet and playwright Friedrich Schiller, set upon a tall pedestal. The bust was created by Louis Prang & Co. in 1864, capturing the monument within its natural landscape setting, surrounded by foliage. The image offers a snapshot of the park's artistic and cultural significance during the mid-19th century, highlighting its role as a public space for celebrating literary figures and promoting the arts. The monument is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, allowing viewers to appreciate its historical and artistic context.