Unfinished bust of "The Greek Slave" n.d.

This unfinished marble bust, created by American sculptor Hiram Powers, is a study for his famous full-length sculpture, "The Greek Slave". The subject, a young woman with a mournful expression, is depicted nude, a controversial choice for the time, and serves as a powerful symbol of the suffering of enslaved people. The unfinished nature of the bust provides a glimpse into Powers' artistic process and the evolution of his ideas. The work's idealized features and emotional intensity, typical of the Neoclassical style, made it a popular subject for reproduction and influenced other American sculptors.