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Three Graces (study for)

Media - 1971.449.30 - SAAM-1971.449.30_1 - 58174

Media - 1971.449.30 - SAAM-1971.449.30_3 - 58176

Media - 1971.449.30 - SAAM-1971.449.30_2 - 58175

Copied William Zorach, Three Graces (study for), 1960, cast and patinated plaster, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Tessim Zorach and Dahlov Ipcar, 1971.449.30

Artwork Details

Title: Three Graces (study for)
Artist: William Zorach
Date: 1960
Location: Smithsonian American Art Museum
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Luce Foundation Center
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4th Floor
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47A
Dimensions: 12 ³⁄₄ x 5 ¹⁄₂ x 6 ¹⁄₄ in. (32.4 x 14.0 x 15.8 cm.)
Credit Line: Gift of Tessim Zorach and Dahlov Ipcar
Mediums: plaster
Mediums Description: cast and patinated plaster
Classifications: Sculpture
Keywords: Study
Mythology — classical — Graces
Figure group
Object Number: 1971.449.30
Linked Open Data: https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1971.449.30

Artwork Description

William Zorach created this small sculpture as a study for the monumental Three Graces. The three Graces of Greek mythology represent fertility, charm, and beauty, qualities much like Zorach’s interests in life and in art, including nature, youth, motherhood, and lovers. Three Graces also brings together his fascination with the female form and his admiration for ancient Greek art.