The Moon, for "The Kitten's Christmas Tree"

Oliver Herford American, born England

ca. 1899

Not on view

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Title: The Moon, 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 9/16 x 6 1/4 in. (19.2 cm x 15.9 cm)
Classification: Drawings
Credit Line: Gift of Ethel Watts Grant, 1939
Object Number: 39.41.4
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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