GROUP OF FOLK ART CARVINGS BY EDGAR B. VAN VALKENBERG, INCLUDING TWO CARVED IN FALMOUTH, VA IN 1862.

Edgar B. Van Valkenberg enlisted as a Private on April 30, 1861 in Hudson, NY as part of Company H, 14th New York Infantry. The unit was involved in the early battles in Virginia and according to the New York Adjutants reports, were present at Falmouth, VA April 17-18, 1862. The unit would later winter at Falmouth, but after Van Vakenbergs discharge for disability July 30, 1862. The small rings with patriotic shields made of bone and wood, are typical to those found in Civil War soldier affects, however the large lidded box which measures about 5″ tall and 3-1/2″ square is most unusual and elaborately carved with patriotic motifs. “FALMOUTH” as found on one ring, relief carved handles, birds including two different views of homing pigeons with a letter tied around their necks. I know of no Civil War accounts of birds carrying mail, but something was meant by these vignettes. Also accompanying this lot, another fine folk art cup, 3-1/2″ tall with a full relief dog at handle with similar birds carved on Civil War box, though cup is dated 1870. CONDITION: Very good overall with old varnish finishes on two larger pieces. 49929-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2041

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2041	$0.00	GROUP OF FOLK ART CARVINGS BY EDGAR B. VAN VALKENBERG, INCLUDING TWO CARVED IN FALMOUTH, VA IN 1862. Edgar B. Van Valkenberg enlisted as a Private on April 30, 1861 in Hudson, NY as part of Company H, 14th New York Infantry. The unit was involved in the early battles in Virginia and according to the New York Adjutants reports, were present at Falmouth, VA April 17-18, 1862. The unit would later winter at Falmouth, but after Van Vakenbergs discharge for disability July 30, 1862. The small rings with patriotic shields made of bone and wood, are typical to those found in Civil War soldier affects, however the large lidded box which measures about 5″ tall and 3-1/2″ square is most unusual and elaborately carved with patriotic motifs. “FALMOUTH” as found on one ring, relief carved handles, birds including two different views of homing pigeons with a letter tied around their necks. I know of no Civil War accounts of birds carrying mail, but something was meant by these vignettes. Also accompanying this lot, another fine folk art cup, 3-1/2″ tall with a full relief dog at handle with similar birds carved on Civil War box, though cup is dated 1870. CONDITION: Very good overall with old varnish finishes on two larger pieces. 49929-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2041 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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GROUP OF FOLK ART CARVINGS BY EDGAR B. VAN VALKENBERG, INCLUDING TWO CARVED IN FALMOUTH, VA IN 1862.