Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860), plaster, modeled 1859; this cast 1896

Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860), plaster, modeled 1859; this cast 1896

Gallery One, European Gallery

In 1857, when Ney opened her Berlin studio, she set out to persuade the famous philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer to model for a portrait bust. Famously reclusive, Schopenhauer originally refused the offer. Through her own persistence, Ney was able to convince him to sit for her, which established their relationship as friends and colleagues. She later hoped to sell replicas of this bust to the philosopher’s fans in Europe and the United States.

Ney, Elisabet, 1833-1907

Elisabet Ney Museum: https://www.austintexas.gov/department/elisabet-ney-museum

1896

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