An unknown outsider artist drawing of the lunatic Billy Bats of Troy, New York, 1872.
Note from artist affixed to verso: “Billy Bats is a lunatic who spent years in the asylum and now lives with his sister near the brickworks. He is harmless and keeps stray dogs.”
Note from artist affixed to verso: “Billy Bats is a lunatic who spent years in the asylum and now lives with his sister near the brickworks. He is harmless and keeps stray dogs.”
sight: 6 ½ by 9 ¾ inches
frame: 8 ¾ by 12 inches
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Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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Materials and Techniques:GlassPaperWood
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Place of Origin:United States
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Period:1870-1879
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Date of Manufacture:1872
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Drawing is good with toning and cockling. In antique gilt frame with antique glass. Gilding shows wear to lower edge.
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Seller Location:Savannah, GA
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Reference Number:Seller: LU9288241323262
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