Conservation Technologies were commissioned by the National Trust and National Portrait Gallery to produce a marble replica of an 18th century bust of Captain Cook by Lucien Le Vieux for the 'Making Faces 18th Century Style' interactive exhibition at Beningbrough Hall.
Visitors to Beningbrough are encouraged to touch the replica bust, which is displayed alongside the original piece. Two resin 'face masks' of Captain Cook were also produced with noses digitally removed so that visitors can have a go at modelling a new nose. The exhibits were made without touching the original bust.
Have a look at images taken during the replication process and of the Captain Cook display in the Making Faces exhibition in the image gallery below.
The National Trust
National Portrait Gallery
Beningbrough Hall in a new light - a guide to the partnership between Beningbrough Hall and the National Portrait Gallery, including information about the Making Faces - 18th Century Style exhibition
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens - visitor information on the National Trust website
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