19th-first half 20th century
H. 23.8 x W. 36 x D. 22.8 cm (9 3/8 x 14 3/16 x 9 in.)
Kyle Edward Wilson, Jr., Alvin, Texas (by 1968-2002), estate sale; to Harvard University Art Museums, 2003. Footnote: 1. Kyle Edward Wilson, Jr. (1931-2002)
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