Collection Highlights
Marian Anderson (1897-1993)
c. 1940-45
1947.216
Watercolor, gouache, white tempera, and charcoal on heavy watercolor paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Figurine: Ben Franklin
Object name
Figurine: Ben Franklin
Date
1920-1940
Medium
Ceramic
Dimensions
Overall: 2 5/8 x 1 x 7/8 in. ( 6.7 x 2.5 x 2.2 cm )
Description
Benjamin Franklin figurine; figure standing on green pedestal, wearing brown suit, holding cane and document.
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Abram Joseph Abeloff
Object Number
1942.238
Marks
stamped: on front of pedestal: "BENFRANKLIN"
printed: beneath base: "Germany"
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
