Sir Richard Westmacott RA (1775 - 1856), sculptor
Bust of Sir William Chambers, c.1797
Marble
Height (including base): 2.10ft
Width (shoulders): 1.10ft
Inscription: “I herewith transmit to you the bust of the late Sir William Chambers, so much prized by the gentlemen of this department. Their very high esteem for him induced them to obtain the skilful services of Mr Westmacott as the sculptor, and he, sharing in their veneration for the deceased, exerted himself as the bust abundantly testifies.” Extract from a letter received from J. W. Hiort Esq. of His M. Office of Works dated 12 Dec. 1832 [painted in gold on the front of the wooden block on which the bust sits]
Museum number: SC21
On display: Staircase - ground to first floor