Classically dressed female figure standing right.

Female Figure

Germany , foundry unknown

Second quarter of the 19th century

  • Titles Female Figure (Descriptive)
  • Medium cast iron
  • Dimensions 2 1/4 x 1 7/16 in., 30.1g (5.7 x 3.7 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of American Cast Iron Pipe Company, 1986.468
  • Work Type plaque
  • Classification Plaques

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