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Wilbur Wright Miniature Bust

Object numberMO 1941.5.39
Name Bust
Artist
MediumBone, Wood
Dimensionsoverall H 3 in x W 2 1/8 in x D 1 3/4 in (7.6 cm x 5.4 cm x 4.4 cm )

DescriptionA miniature bust of American aviator Wilbur Wright (1867–1912) carved from bone. It shows a head and shoulders view of Wright wearing a wearing a suit, shirt, and tie. A wooden rod in the center of the figurine holds the head and body together.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteDonated as a bequest of Franklin D. Roosevelt to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in 1947.
Credit LineEstate of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyCopyrightCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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