Cast Metal (Bronze?) Memorial Plaque of Young Girl Milton Bradley kindergarten During the 2nd half of

During the 2nd half of the19th century

And the extraordinary skill

7" long x 3 1/8" tall x 15/16" d

My guess is that this piece dates to not very long after the founding of the Mission

which in this case is as it should be

Cast Metal (Bronze?) Memorial Plaque of Young Girl Milton Bradley kindergarten During the 2nd half ofThis is another one I know next to nothing about, except that I find it quite beautiful and also quite touching. It was noted by the seller as a memorial plaque, and certainly it was once mounted to something, perhaps commemorating the too short life of this young girl (who I suppose could just as likely be a boy)? It certainly feels as if this child possesses a depth of wisdom beyond their years, with a strong, brace looking face and eyes that seem