Ichabod Crane 1950 Sebastian Miniature - Marblehead Label SML #140

Ichabod Crane 1950 Sebastian Miniature - Marblehead Piece SML #140 Washington Irvng (1783 - 1859) wrote The Legend of Sleepy Hollow as a short story in his Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. The story takes place at Sleepy Hollow, now Tarrytown, New York. Ichabod Crane, the local schoolmaster, courts Katrina Van Tassel, the town beauty. In this depiction, he demonstrates an intricate step to Miss Van Tassel. Baston attached a silver-green label to the base of his Marblehead-produced (1946 - 1975) pieces. If that label on an old piece is still affixed, that means it is a "Marbelhead Piece" or rare. This miniature has the Marbelhead label. In 1981, it was valued at $115. The paint is in great condition with a couple of chips on the lapel of his coat. Amazing condition for 70 years old. Measures 3 " tall. Base is 1 1/4" x 1 1/2" wide. Does not have the original box, but a nice gift box will be included.