Vintage Painted Plaster Pig Models, Ministry of Agriculture, 1920s-1940s, Set of 2

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- An incredible pair of painted plaster model pigs by The Ministry Of Agriculture, European, Circa 1920.
- The models … Read more - An incredible pair of painted plaster model pigs by The Ministry Of Agriculture, European, Circa 1920.
- The models have a wonderful lifelike quality in regards to their design and sculptural form, both are in beautifully worn condition for their age, the plaster on both is worn in places and the paint has also faded over time.
- The larger pig model 'Vier York Mare' on rectangular base, measures 47cm long, 32cm high and 14cm deep.
- The smaller black pig 'Vier Basna' on rectangular base measures 40cm long, 26cm high and 14cm deep.
- These models were originally manufactured via the Museum of Agriculture and are from the zoological research institute and anatomy laboratory, the models were used as teaching material during lessons and workshops. See less