MMA "William The Blue Hippopotamus" Egyptian Figurine
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DESCRIPTION: Glazed ceramic Hippopotamus figurine after "William The Hippothe Egyptian faience hippopotamus that was acquired in 1917 by the The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Created in a captivating blue, the little hippo quickly won people's hearts. He received his now-famous nickname, William, in 1931. Today he is the informal mascot of the Museum. This is a replica figurine after the original.
CIRCA: 20th Century
ORIGIN: USA
DIMENSIONS: H: 2"
CONDITION: Good Condition
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CIRCA: 20th Century
ORIGIN: USA
DIMENSIONS: H: 2"
CONDITION: Good Condition
Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.
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MMA "William The Blue Hippopotamus" Egyptian Figurine
Estimate $25 - $250
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