Lot 162F JEFFERSON DAVIS
JEFFERSON DAVIS
APPROX 10" by 6"
APPROX 4 LBS
FINE PEWTER ON WOOD BASE AUTHENTIC FRANCIS BARNUM SCULPTURE
Jefferson Davis was the president of the Confederate States during the American Civil War.
Quick Facts
Born: June 3, 1808, in Fairview
Died: December 6, 1889, in New Orleans
Position: President of the Confederate States of America (1861–1865)
Political Party Before the War: Democrat
Military Background: Graduate of United States Military Academy and veteran of the Mexican–American War
Before the Civil War
Before becoming Confederate president, Davis served as:
A U.S. senator from Mississippi
U.S. Secretary of War under Franklin Pierce
He strongly supported states’ rights and the expansion of slavery into western territories.
Confederate President
When Southern states seceded from the Union in 1860–1861, Davis was chosen as president of the Confederate States of America.
As president, he:
Directed the Confederate war effort
Worked closely with generals like Robert E. Lee
Faced shortages of food, supplies, and manpower
Struggled with internal political disputes among Confederate states
End of the War
After the Confederacy collapsed in 1865:
Davis fled south as Union forces advanced.
He was captured by Union troops in Irwinville.
He was imprisoned for about two years at Fort Monroe.
He was never tried for treason.
Historical Legacy
Jefferson Davis remains a controversial figure:
Supporters historically viewed him as a defender of Southern independence.
Critics note that the Confederacy was founded to preserve slavery, as stated in many secession documents and speeches by Confederate leaders.
His role is central to debates about Civil War memory, Confederate monuments, and the history of slavery in the United States.
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" by 6"
APPROX 4 LBS
FINE PEWTER ON WOOD BASE AUTHENTIC FRANCIS BARNUM SCULPTURE
Jefferson Davis was the president of the Confederate States during the American Civil War.
Quick Facts
Born: June 3, 1808, in Fairview
Died: December 6, 1889, in New Orleans
Position: President of the Confederate States of America (1861–1865)
Political Party Before the War: Democrat
Military Background: Graduate of United States Military Academy and veteran of the Mexican–American War
Before the Civil War
Before becoming Confederate president, Davis served as:
A U.S. senator from Mississippi
U.S. Secretary of War under Franklin Pierce
He strongly supported states’ rights and the expansion of slavery into western territories.
Confederate President
When Southern states seceded from the Union in 1860–1861, Davis was chosen as president of the Confederate States of America.
As president, he:
Directed the Confederate war effort
Worked closely with generals like Robert E. Lee
Faced shortages of food, supplies, and manpower
Struggled with internal political disputes among Confederate states
End of the War
After the Confederacy collapsed in 1865:
Davis fled south as Union forces advanced.
He was captured by Union troops in Irwinville.
He was imprisoned for about two years at Fort Monroe.
He was never tried for treason.
Historical Legacy
Jefferson Davis remains a controversial figure:
Supporters historically viewed him as a defender of Southern independence.
Critics note that the Confederacy was founded to preserve slavery, as stated in many secession documents and speeches by Confederate leaders.
His role is central to debates about Civil War memory, Confederate monuments, and the history of slavery in the United States.
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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