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."

sight: 6 1/2 by 9 3/4 inches
frame: 8 3/4 by 12 inches


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Drawing is good with toning and cockling. In antique gilt frame with antique glass. Gilding shows wear to lower edge.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Paper, Wood

Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Drawing is good with toning and cockling. In antique gilt frame with antique glass. Gilding shows wear to lower edge.