Beethoven, Ludwig van. (1770–1827) 1812 Life MaskA striking late 19th century plaster cast replica made from the life mask originally taken by the sculptor Franz Klein (1779 after 1836) in 1812. The mask is complete and with the original shape, unlike some modern copies made with modified extended neck. Cast in natural white plaster, verso hollowed interior beneath an integral suspension loop. With red paint drippings and small gray spots splattered throughout, otherwise normal surface buildup,