Lot 170F WITHIN THE HOUR #39/1500
WITHIN THE HOUR #39/1500
APPROX. 7" BY 6"
APPROX. 3.24 LBS
AUTHENTIC SCULPTURE BY FRANCIS BARNUM
SOLID PEWTER, WOOD BASE, HIGH QUALITY AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP
Francis J. Barnum’s sculptures are best known for his work with Chilmark Fine Pewter, where he created a long series of limited-edition historical military sculptures, especially focused on the American Civil War.
What his pieces are like overall
Barnum’s work is recognizable for:
Highly detailed pewter figures
Civil War soldiers, officers, and battle scenes
Mounted on wood bases with engraved nameplates
Produced in limited numbered editions (making them collectible)
A mix of action scenes and emotional moments (charges, farewells, leadership poses)
Main themes in his work
Most of his sculptures fall into three categories:
1. Battle scenes
Examples include infantry charges and famous engagements. These are his most dramatic works, showing movement, flags, and combat intensity.
2. General portraits
Mounted officers and commanders such as Lee, Jackson, and other Civil War leaders. These are more formal and memorial-style.
3. Emotional / symbolic scenes
Farewells, flag representations, and unit identity pieces that focus on the human side of war rather than combat itself.
Style characteristics
Realistic but slightly romanticized historical detail
Strong attention to uniforms, weapons, and flags
Satin pewter finish (not highly polished metal)
Designed for display collections, not toys or mass production
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. 7" BY 6"
APPROX. 3.24 LBS
AUTHENTIC SCULPTURE BY FRANCIS BARNUM
SOLID PEWTER, WOOD BASE, HIGH QUALITY AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP
Francis J. Barnum’s sculptures are best known for his work with Chilmark Fine Pewter, where he created a long series of limited-edition historical military sculptures, especially focused on the American Civil War.
What his pieces are like overall
Barnum’s work is recognizable for:
Highly detailed pewter figures
Civil War soldiers, officers, and battle scenes
Mounted on wood bases with engraved nameplates
Produced in limited numbered editions (making them collectible)
A mix of action scenes and emotional moments (charges, farewells, leadership poses)
Main themes in his work
Most of his sculptures fall into three categories:
1. Battle scenes
Examples include infantry charges and famous engagements. These are his most dramatic works, showing movement, flags, and combat intensity.
2. General portraits
Mounted officers and commanders such as Lee, Jackson, and other Civil War leaders. These are more formal and memorial-style.
3. Emotional / symbolic scenes
Farewells, flag representations, and unit identity pieces that focus on the human side of war rather than combat itself.
Style characteristics
Realistic but slightly romanticized historical detail
Strong attention to uniforms, weapons, and flags
Satin pewter finish (not highly polished metal)
Designed for display collections, not toys or mass production
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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