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Young Faun and Heron, Modeled 1890; copyrighted 1894. Creator: Frederick William MacMonnies
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Young Faun and Heron, Modeled 1890; copyrighted 1894. Creator: Frederick William MacMonnies
Young Faun and Heron, Modeled 1890; copyrighted 1894
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American Art Ardeidae Faun Frederick William Macmonnies Heron North America North American Shorebird Wading Bird
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This photograph showcases the bronze sculpture "Young Faun and Heron" by Frederick William MacMonnies, modeled in 1890 and copyrighted in 1894. The 19th century American artist masterfully captured the essence of mythology and the natural world in this enchanting work of art. The sculpture features a young faun, a mythological creature from ancient Greek mythology, with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a goat. He is depicted in a playful and curious stance, reaching out towards a heron wading in a body of water. The heron, a graceful and elegant shorebird, stands still and alert, its long neck and beak poised to strike. MacMonnies' masterful use of color and form brings the figures to life, capturing the delicate balance between the faun's youthful energy and the heron's patient stillness. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate textures of the faun's fur and the heron's feathers, as well as the lifelike depiction of the water and the surrounding landscape. This sculpture is a testament to MacMonnies' skill as a sculptor and his ability to blend mythology and nature in a way that continues to captivate viewers over a century later. It is now a cherished piece of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it serves as a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of America during the 1890s and beyond. The sculpture's timeless beauty and intriguing narrative continue to inspire and delight visitors to the museum, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the history of American art.
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