French Peasant

Unknown maker, Germany

Third quarter of the 19th century

  • Titles French Peasant (Descriptive)
  • Medium cast iron
  • Dimensions Height: 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of American Cast Iron Pipe Company, 1986.235c
  • Work Type statuette
  • Classification Sculpture

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