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Woodcarving (man holding chicken)

Woodcarving (man holding chicken)
Object name 
Woodcarving (man holding chicken)
Date 
1850-1900
Medium 
Wood, paint
Dimensions 
Overall: 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. ( 11.4 x 8.9 x 3.8 cm )
Description 
Carved and painted wooden figurine; kneeling male figure (no base) with arms (now detached) carved separately; wearing green coat, lavender trousers and black boots, and holding brown painted chicken (also carved separately).
Object Number 
INV.8171
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.