Unknown American
Figure of a Squirrel

Figure of a Squirrel

Public Domain

Maker
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Figure of a Squirrel
Date19th century
Made inPennsylvania, United States
MediumPlaster of Paris (chalkware) with paint
Dimensions6 7/16 × 3 7/8 in. (16.4 × 9.8 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg
Object numberB.70.35
Not on view

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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionPlaster of Paris ornaments (sometimes called chalkware) like this squirrel were less expensive alternatives to ceramic figures.
ProvenanceMiss Ima Hogg; given to MFAH, 1970.

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