Gold-Painted Statue of Laborer
July 16, 2011 Stoneware Auction
Lot #: 270
Lot #: 270
Unusual Gold-Painted Statue of a Laborer, possibly Midwestern, late 19th century, molded in the form of a seated figure with hat and rolled sleeves and pant legs. Octagonal base with applied saw and other tools. Impressed "HOKY" along base. Loss to one hand and foot. A few minor base chips. Painted-over chip to hat brim. H 10 1/2".