Mask of George Washington by Jean-Antoine Houdon

Mask of George Washington c. 1785 - 1849

jeanantoinehoudon

sculpture

3d sculpting

death

pencil sketch

3d character model

charcoal drawing

sculptural image

coloured pencil

sculpture

animal drawing portrait

watercolour illustration

charcoal

graphite

The Mask of George Washington is a plaster cast made by the renowned French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon, best known for his realistic portrait sculptures. Created between 1785 and 1849, it captures the likeness of the first President of the United States in a life-size, detailed rendition. The mask, mounted on a simple pedestal, focuses solely on the face, offering a close-up glimpse into the features and expressions of this iconic figure.