Figural group of Uncle Tom and Eva

ca. 1860-1900

Place madeUnited States, North America

Earthenware

Overall: 8 3/8 x 5 1/4 x 3 1/4 in. ( 21.3 x 13.3 x 8.3 cm )

Gift of Mrs. Robert C. Taylor

1945.392

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DescriptionEarthenware figural group depicting "UNCLE TOM & EVA", seated black male with book in hand holding white girl seated on his knee; oval base with lettering in relef highlighted with luster.

Markingspainted: on base beneth figures in relief lettering: "UNCLE TOM & EVA"

ClassificationsCERAMICS

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