Banjo 1840 - 1850

"Banjo" is a 19th-century sculpture by American artist William Esperance Boucher, Jr. Created between 1840 and 1850, the work is a realistic depiction of a banjo, rendered in wood and measuring just over 34 inches in length. The intricate detail of the carving, with its worn wood and visible grain, captures the essence of the instrument. "Banjo" is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY, where it serves as a testament to the artistic skills of Boucher, Jr. and the enduring popularity of the banjo in American music.