c 1898 Uncle Sam America vs. Spain for Cuba Spanish American War Ashtray ceramic

Description

Very whimsical circa 1898 Spanish American War Uncle Sam vs. Spaniard ashtray. The two figures are seen playing tug-o-war with a Cuban cigar in a tobacco leaf. Uncle Sam is dressed in red white and blue regalia, while the Spaniard has a matador’s outfit. The each hold one end of a cigar that appears to be breaking in half. A very well modeled German ceramic piece. Hand painted.
Impressed and hand painted numbers on the bottom.
Condition: Spaniard has been repaired. Please see photos.
Measurements: L 8” x W 3 3/4” x H 3 1/2”
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