Abraham Lincoln Bronze Bust by Leo Nock
Circa 1919 - Height: 12 inches
 
A finely cast bronze bust of Abraham Lincoln by the American sculptor Leo Nock, rendered in a naturalistic and expressive manner characteristic of early twentieth-century commemorative sculpture. Lincoln is portrayed with a contemplative, slightly downward gaze, the textured modeling emphasizing the deeply lined features and beard that came to define his enduring iconography.
 
The work belongs to the long tradition of sculptural interpretations that sought to memorialize Lincoln in the decades following the Civil War, reflecting the continued reverence for his legacy as both a wartime leader and a unifying national figure. Mounted on a stepped base and finished with a rich dark patina, the bust provides a refined and reflective conclusion to the section.
 
Condition: Excellent, with an attractive dark patina.