Museum Collections
Luce Center
Soldiers (10)
Object Number:
INV.8844
Date:
ca. 1936
Medium:
Lead, paint, cardboard
Dimensions:
each: 3 x 1/2 x 1/4 in. ( 7.6 x 1.3 x 0.6 cm )
Marks:
printed: on lid of each box: "Varnum Continentals/ East greenwich, Rhode Island/ This Company was named for James Mitchell Varnum, a Brigadier general of the Continental Army. It was organized to carry out the traditions and customs of the army in the War
Description:
Ten cast lead soldiers painted with blue coats with white trim,white pants, and black pants and boots; divided into two groups of five and housed in original boxes.
Credit Line:
Gift of R.H. Gallatin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.