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Diana

modeled 1899
sculptor

Augustus Saint-Gaudens

(American, born Ireland, 1848–1907)
Culture
America
Medium
bronze
Measurements
Overall: 99.7 x 42.2 cm (39 1/4 x 16 5/8 in.); Base: 33 x 33 cm (13 x 13 in.)
Credit Line
In memory of Ralph King, gift of Mrs. Ralph King; Ralph T. Woods, Charles G. King; and Frances King Schafer 1946.354
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
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Did You Know?

The face of Diana was inspired by Davida Johnson Clark, the artist's longtime model, muse, and lover.

Description

Depicting the Roman goddess of the hunt, Diana is a small version of the massive weathervane Augustus Saint-Gaudens designed for the second iteration of Madison Square Garden in New York, a building that was demolished in 1925. Although controversial for its nudity, the weathervane dominated the city's skyline and became a prominent landmark. Due to its popularity, Saint-Gaudens marketed tabletop versions of the sculpture, which were sold through high-end retailers such as Tiffany and Co.

Diana

modeled 1899

Augustus Saint-Gaudens

(American, born Ireland, 1848–1907)
America

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