Andrew Jackson 1834 - 1835

Hiram Powers's marble bust of Andrew Jackson, created between 1834 and 1835, is a realistic portrait of the seventh President of the United States. The bust, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures Jackson's likeness with detailed features, including his distinctive hair and penetrating gaze. Powers, a prominent American sculptor of the 19th century, favored Neoclassical styles, which can be seen in the idealized drapery and the simplified form of the bust. This work exemplifies the growing interest in portraiture during the 19th century as a way to celebrate national heroes and historical figures.