#284

American Earthenware Portrait Doll of Ben Franklin from W.P.A. Program
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$250
sold
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Description
15" (38 cm.) (excluding base). Sculpted earthenware figure of Ben Franklin posed standing,his left arm akimbo and holding a stack of books,with sculpted hair,and facial features,painted small brown eyes,and wearing original costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Benjamin Franklin Topeka West Hi School (taped label on base). Comments: American,historical portrait doll from the W.P.A. program,circa 1935. Value Points: well-rendered historical portrait with original finish.