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George Washington Miniature Bust
Artifact IDMO 1943.148.24
Object Type
Bust
Maker
Unknown
Mediummetal
Dimensionsoverall H 2 1/8 in x W 1 1/4 in x D 1 in (5.4 cm x 3.2 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA miniature bust of George Washington. It shows a head and shoulders view of Washington wearing a coat and cravat. The bust sits on an integrated rectangular base. The gray metal casting of the bust is coated with a yellow-tinted coating. There is no maker's information.Historical NoteThis metal bust figurine of George Washington by an unknown maker is on display in FDR'S PRIVATE STUDY in the Permanent Exhibit.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteDeposited at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum by Franklin D. Roosevelt. It was donated as a bequest of FDR to the Library in 1947.
Credit LineEstate of Franklin D. Roosevelt
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGift Items and Commemorative Artifacts (National Archives Identifier 782690)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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