The image displays a low-angle, close-up view of a white, carved architectural bust depicting a female figure

The image displays a low-angle, close-up view of a white, carved architectural bust depicting a female figure. The figure's face features closed eyes, a straight nose, and full lips, conveying a serene or contemplative expression. Elaborate, deeply sculpted curly hair, possibly a wig, frames the face and extends upwards, incorporating shell-like or floral decorative motifs at the crown and sides. The material appears to be light-colored stone or stucco, exhibiting a fine granular texture and minor surface wear or dust accumulation. The background is indistinct and dark, suggesting an indoor or recessed architectural context. This specific bust is an ornamental detail found on the facade of the Palacio de Fomento (Ministry of Public Works and Transport) located on Paseo de la Castellana in Madrid, Spain.