This is a three-dimensional mold/caste of a Rev. Philaretos' bust. He is wearing a headdress of sorts and various chains/necklaces around his neck. He is bearded and without expression. The mold is placed within a light brown matting and in a wooden frame with a unique, stone-looking finish. There is a hanging wire attached to the back.

Dated 1923-1930. Rev. Philaretos' was the first bishop of Chicago. This piece was created along with 12 -15 other busts that were made just for a NHM exhibition; honoring several of the first of Chicago's Greek pioneers who were already deceased. The artist Anna Christoforidis created a whole collection for the NHM. Upon request from Amy Brandolino of the museum to display an existing collection from Thessaloniki, the artist made it known that the personalities of the existing collection would not be appropriate for a Chicago display and offered to do an entire collection for NHM relevant to the Chicago Greek community.

The content on this site is made available for research and education purposes only. The use of these materials may be restricted by law or the donor.

Any other use, such as exhibition, publication, or commercial use, is not allowed except by written permission in accordance with the NHM Image Rights and Reproduction Policy.

For questions on image rights and reproduction, please contact nhmcollections@hellenicmuseum.org