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- Sale 5994
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| Philadelphia
Nov 12 | 10:00 AM EST
Live
| Philadelphia
Sale 5994
| Philadelphia
| Philadelphia
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Estimate$3,000 – $5,000
All carved with brief history of Thomas Jefferson, including inscription "Thomas Jefferson of VA born Apr 13 1743 was president USA 1801 to 1809 wrote Declaration of Independence founder of University of VA died July 4 1824 this cane was cut near Jefferson's tomb" and other similar statements; some also carved with inscription "Jeffersons dying words I resign my spirit to God my daughter to my country" and Virginia's state motto; one carved with inscription "Rotunda UVA burnt Sunday Oct. 27, 1895"; one cane with silver plaque inscribed "Presented to J.L. Bedilion by H. Woods May 11th 91" and another cane inscribed "T.J. Glover Warm Springs VA."
L: 36 1/2 in. (longest)Craddock was a Civil War veteran, having served in the 5th Regiment of the Virginia Calvary. Known locally for his craft, Craddock carved the canes near Jefferson's burial site, and his creations supported his income.
Provenance: Collection of the late Hans U. Jahn, Charlottesville, VA.
