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In Darkest Africa, for "The Kitten's Christmas Tree"

Oliver Herford American, born England
ca. 1899
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: In Darkest Africa, for "The Kitten's Christmas Tree"
  • Series/Portfolio: The Kitten's Christmas Tree
  • Artist: Oliver Herford (American (born England), Sheffield 1863–1935 New York)
  • Date: ca. 1899
  • Medium: Graphite on cardboard
  • Dimensions: 7 5/8 x 6 3/16 in. (19.4 cm x 15.7 cm)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Gift of Ethel Watts Grant, 1939
  • Object Number: 39.41.5
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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