Lot 210F THE RETURN #1305/2500
THE RETURN #1305/2500
APPROX. 5" BY 5"
APPROX. 0.68 LBS
AUTHENTIC SCULPTURE BY FRANCIS BARNUM
SOLID PEWTER. WOOD BASE, HIGH QUALITY AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP
The sculpture “The Return” by Francis Barnum is a limited-edition Civil War collectible sculpture produced through Chilmark Fine Pewter. Unlike Barnum’s battle-focused works, this piece centers on the emotional moment of a soldier returning home after the Civil War. Auction and collector listings identify it as a pewter figurine mounted on a wooden base.
Historically, the idea behind “The Return” reflects the massive homecoming that followed the end of the American Civil War in 1865. After four years of fighting, millions of soldiers from both the Union and Confederacy began returning to:
farms,
towns,
families,
and communities that had been permanently changed by the war.
For many veterans, returning home was emotionally difficult. Soldiers often came back:
physically wounded,
emotionally traumatized,
or to homes damaged by war and economic hardship.
Barnum’s sculpture represents this transition from soldier life back to civilian life. Rather than showing combat, the piece focuses on:
reunion,
relief,
survival,
and the emotional end of wartime service.
Like many of Barnum’s more reflective sculptures, “The Return” emphasizes the human side of Civil War history rather than military strategy or famous battles.
The sculpture also symbolizes a broader national theme: the return of peace after years of division. In Civil War memory, “the return” often represented:
reconciliation,
rebuilding families,
and the beginning of national recovery during Reconstruction
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. 5" BY 5"
APPROX. 0.68 LBS
AUTHENTIC SCULPTURE BY FRANCIS BARNUM
SOLID PEWTER. WOOD BASE, HIGH QUALITY AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP
The sculpture “The Return” by Francis Barnum is a limited-edition Civil War collectible sculpture produced through Chilmark Fine Pewter. Unlike Barnum’s battle-focused works, this piece centers on the emotional moment of a soldier returning home after the Civil War. Auction and collector listings identify it as a pewter figurine mounted on a wooden base.
Historically, the idea behind “The Return” reflects the massive homecoming that followed the end of the American Civil War in 1865. After four years of fighting, millions of soldiers from both the Union and Confederacy began returning to:
farms,
towns,
families,
and communities that had been permanently changed by the war.
For many veterans, returning home was emotionally difficult. Soldiers often came back:
physically wounded,
emotionally traumatized,
or to homes damaged by war and economic hardship.
Barnum’s sculpture represents this transition from soldier life back to civilian life. Rather than showing combat, the piece focuses on:
reunion,
relief,
survival,
and the emotional end of wartime service.
Like many of Barnum’s more reflective sculptures, “The Return” emphasizes the human side of Civil War history rather than military strategy or famous battles.
The sculpture also symbolizes a broader national theme: the return of peace after years of division. In Civil War memory, “the return” often represented:
reconciliation,
rebuilding families,
and the beginning of national recovery during Reconstruction
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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