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A Staffordshire polychrome figure of Benjamin Franklin

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A Staffordshire polychrome figure of Benjamin Franklin

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Description

A Staffordshire polychrome figure of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) 19th century Labeled in gilt, "G. Washington."H: 16 i.n PROVENANCE: Private Western Pennsylvania Collection.

Condition

cracquelure commensurate with age; some discoloration to left-facing side of base; repaired/secured crack and/or break to left-facing arm and to right-facing side, with some overpainting evident under UV light

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A Staffordshire polychrome figure of Benjamin Franklin

Name: A Staffordshire polychrome figure of Benjamin Franklin
SKU: 91633660
Price: 550 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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Starting Price $250

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