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537
$1,150.00

CANE: CARVED FOLK ART CANE. Attributed to the “Thomas Jefferson” carver. L-shaped cane has shaft which is completely carved with words and pictures including peace dove above star, masonic compass, eagle and shield, pillared building with clock and stairs, animal, Jefferson’s tomb, crocodile, fish and other animals. Words include “University, VA, Rotunda, Burnt, Sunday, Oct. 27. 1895, Jefferson’s Tomb 1826, Thos. Jefferson of VA Born Apr. 2 1743 was President USA 1801 to 1809, Wrote Declaration of Independence 1776 Founder of University VA 1819 Died July 4 1891 This cane was cut near Jefferson’s tomb Monticello VA Jefferson’s dying words Resign My Spirit to God My Daughter To My Country””. Metal tip. SIZE: 36-1/2” l. CONDITION: Very good. 9-97226 (1,000-2,000)


Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Spring 2004
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