Figure of Benjamin Franklin

British (American market)

1835–45

Not on view

Although this figure is a portrait of Benjamin Franklin, it is incorrectly titled "General Washington."

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Title: Figure of Benjamin Franklin
Date: 1835–45
Geography: Made in Staffordshire, England
Culture: British (American market)
Medium: Earthenware, transfer-printed
Dimensions: H. 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of William H. Huntington, 1883
Object Number: 83.2.258
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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