Carved and Painted Militia Soldier on Horseback

Description:

Carved and Painted Militia Soldier on Horseback, 19th century, carved from a single block of hardwood, the soldier with carved body and clothing details, blue-painted hat and jacket, on a horse, ht. 11 1/8 in.
The Arthur & Sybil Kern Collection of American Folk Art
Estimate $800-1,200


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