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THE Indians carved by the German sculptor are represented with catamount hide for covering. A quiver of arrows is fastened over the left shoulder. In the right hand is a bow and the left hand holds a bunch of tobacco leaves.
Evidence of the skill and training of the now departed German sculptor may be seen in the figure. Every muscle visible on the human form is executed in its exact relation.
The little depression about the kneepan, the lines of the shinbone and the condyles of the elbow joint are perfect.
The brother of Mr. Dreves’ Indian was purchased by Mr. Oppelt and may now be seen in front of his store on Park avenue.
This Indian was sold to the present Mr. Oppelt’s father 35 years ago for about the price of carving and material as given above.