Randolph Rogers (American, 1825–1892). <em>Nydia</em>, 1861. Marble, 53 1/2 x 24 7/8 x 39 3/8 in. (135.9 x 63.2 x 100 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Frederic B. Pratt, 16.507. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 16.507_detail_in_situ.jpg)

Nydia

Artist:Randolph Rogers

Medium: Marble

Dates:1861

Dimensions: 53 1/2 x 24 7/8 x 39 3/8 in. (135.9 x 63.2 x 100 cm) estimated combined weight. Base 1200. Sculpture 600: 1800 lb. (816.47kg)

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Accession Number: 16.507

Image: 16.507_detail_in_situ.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Statue of young woman striding forward with closed eyes and hunched back, proper left hand cupped to right ear, and proper right hand holding walking stick. Figure wears chiton with right shoulder strapped slipped down revealing breast, deeply carved fluttering drapery folds in skirt. Stands on round base with Ionic capital on its side at her feet. Condition: Good; top of walking stick broken off.

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