Lot 132FB BRICES CROSS ROADS #110/500
BRICES CROSS ROADS 110/500
Approx : 10.5 x 7"
Aprox : 8 lbs
It depicts the Battle of Brice's Crossroads, fought June 10, 1864 in Mississippi—a decisive Confederate cavalry victory under Nathan Bedford Forrest.
Barnum’s sculptures in this series usually show:Mounted generals or cavalry action scenes
High movement (rearing horses, engagement moments)
Mounted on cherry wood
Overview of the Battle
Date: June 10, 1864
Location: Near Baldwyn, Mississippi
Union Commander: Samuel D. Sturgis
Confederate Commander: Nathan Bedford Forrest
Why it matters
This battle is famous because Forrest, with a smaller, outnumbered force, decisively defeated a much larger Union army using:
Superior mobility
Knowledge of terrain
Aggressive timing
It’s often studied as a textbook example of tactical brilliance in cavalry warfare.
What happened
Union forces marched in hot, muddy conditions and became exhausted
Forrest attacked in waves, keeping constant pressure
He timed reinforcements perfectly, making his army seem larger than it was
The Union line collapsed into a chaotic retreat
Results
Confederate Victory (decisive)
Union forces suffered heavy losses and lost:
Wagons
Artillery
Supplies
Forrest’s troops captured large amounts of equipment
Historical significance
Boosted Confederate morale in the Western Theater
Cemented Forrest’s reputation as one of the war’s most effective field commanders
Still studied in military academies today
Connection to your sculpture
Your “Brice’s Crossroads” pewter sculpture by Francis Barnum is likely depicting:
Forrest in motion during the battle
A dynamic cavalry clash scene (a hallmark of Barnum’s Civil War series)
The turning point where Confederate forces overwhelm Union troopsn a wood base with title plaque
What “The Cavalier” statue is
A limited-edition pewter sculpture produced in the 1990s (commonly by Chilmark).
Depicts a mounted Civil War cavalry officer—well-groomed, bearded, and posed in a composed, almost aristocratic style.
The title “Cavalier” reflects the romanticized image of a gentleman soldier (historically, “cavalier” means a horseman or aristocratic fighter).
All items in this auction are sold as-is, where-is. Bidders and buyers agree to hold Loomis Auctioneers harmless for any and all descriptions, quality, specifications, claims, item history, internet search references, or any other representations.
It is the bidder’s/buyer’s full responsibility is to perform their own due diligence before placing a bid.
Do not bid until you have read and agreed to the full Terms and Conditions of this auction, located in Sales Lot #3TC.
By bidding and purchasing, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to all auction terms and conditions.
Approx : 10.5 x 7"
Aprox : 8 lbs
It depicts the Battle of Brice's Crossroads, fought June 10, 1864 in Mississippi—a decisive Confederate cavalry victory under Nathan Bedford Forrest.
Barnum’s sculptures in this series usually show:Mounted generals or cavalry action scenes
High movement (rearing horses, engagement moments)
Mounted on cherry wood
Overview of the Battle
Date: June 10, 1864
Location: Near Baldwyn, Mississippi
Union Commander: Samuel D. Sturgis
Confederate Commander: Nathan Bedford Forrest
Why it matters
This battle is famous because Forrest, with a smaller, outnumbered force, decisively defeated a much larger Union army using:
Superior mobility
Knowledge of terrain
Aggressive timing
It’s often studied as a textbook example of tactical brilliance in cavalry warfare.
What happened
Union forces marched in hot, muddy conditions and became exhausted
Forrest attacked in waves, keeping constant pressure
He timed reinforcements perfectly, making his army seem larger than it was
The Union line collapsed into a chaotic retreat
Results
Confederate Victory (decisive)
Union forces suffered heavy losses and lost:
Wagons
Artillery
Supplies
Forrest’s troops captured large amounts of equipment
Historical significance
Boosted Confederate morale in the Western Theater
Cemented Forrest’s reputation as one of the war’s most effective field commanders
Still studied in military academies today
Connection to your sculpture
Your “Brice’s Crossroads” pewter sculpture by Francis Barnum is likely depicting:
Forrest in motion during the battle
A dynamic cavalry clash scene (a hallmark of Barnum’s Civil War series)
The turning point where Confederate forces overwhelm Union troopsn a wood base with title plaque
What “The Cavalier” statue is
A limited-edition pewter sculpture produced in the 1990s (commonly by Chilmark).
Depicts a mounted Civil War cavalry officer—well-groomed, bearded, and posed in a composed, almost aristocratic style.
The title “Cavalier” reflects the romanticized image of a gentleman soldier (historically, “cavalier” means a horseman or aristocratic fighter).
All items in this auction are sold as-is, where-is. Bidders and buyers agree to hold Loomis Auctioneers harmless for any and all descriptions, quality, specifications, claims, item history, internet search references, or any other representations.
It is the bidder’s/buyer’s full responsibility is to perform their own due diligence before placing a bid.
Do not bid until you have read and agreed to the full Terms and Conditions of this auction, located in Sales Lot #3TC.
By bidding and purchasing, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to all auction terms and conditions.
Important Notice
BIDDING STARS SOON!Approx $250,000 Collection (Original Purchase price per the family. Purchased for an investment )
STILL PROCESSING SALES LOTS. TOTAL PCS OVER 150 :
FROM THE ESTATE OF MR. & MRS. WILLIAM DOYLE
FRANCIS BARNUM SCULPTURES RARE & LIMITED EDITION / 150 PCS PLUS
CIVIL WAR , OLD WEST , WILDLIFE . All MADE IN AMERICA OF THE FINEST PEWTER AND AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP. ALL SIGNED BY FRANCIS BARNUM
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