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Lot 288: Abraham Lincoln Bronze Bust by George E. Bissell

Est: $3,000 USD - $5,000 USDSold:
Cowan's AuctionsCincinnati, OH, USDecember 10, 2010

Item Overview

Description

George Bissell (American, 1839-1920), signed Geo. E. Bissell / Sc / Copyrighted on back of bust, inscribed J.E. Caldwell & Co. / Gorham Co. Founders and Q46; ht. 16.5 in. This Lincoln bust came from the collection of Albert D. Henze, a Philadelphia resident who served with the Pennsylvania Division during the Mexican Revolution in 1916 and in World War I. Henze also worked with the Charleston Navy Yard in Boston during World War II.

Artist or Maker

Condition Report

Vertical scratch on middle right side of Lincoln's back.

Auction Details

American History, Including The Civil War

by
Cowan's Auctions
December 10, 2010, 10:00 AM EST

6270 Este Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45232, US