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Mounted Hussar, ca. 1866–75 Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815–1891) Paris Red beeswax, wood, metal, leather, and cord; H. 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm) Purchase, Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Foundation Gift, in celebration of its 25th anniversary, 2002 (2002.272)

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