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Vintage Washington at Valley Forge Bookends by G. S. Allen, Circa 1925
$ 395
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Description
Offered is a vintage set of Washington at Valley Forge bookends. The bookends were made by the American maker G.S. Allen. The bookends are in the style of the famous oil painting by William B. T. Trego. The March to Valley Forge, December 19, 1777is one of the most iconic paintings of the Revolutionary War. Painted by Philadelphia artist Trego in 1883, the scene shows Washington and the Continental Army limping into their winter encampment at Valley Forge.
Trego painted General Washington at the center of the scene. Trego’s inspiration was a passage from Washington Irving’s Life of Washington: "Sad and dreary was the march to Valley Forge, uncheered by the recollection of any recent triumph. . . Hungry and cold were the poor fellows who had so long been keeping the field . . . provisions were scant, clothing was worn out, and so badly were they off for shoes, that the footsteps of many might be tracked in blood." When the Continental Army arrived at Valley Forge, Washington repeatedly shared his army’s dire situation with the Continental Congress. He particularly noted how the army desperately needed food, otherwise his troops may “starve—dissolve—or disperse, in order to obtain subsistence in the best manner they can.”
CONDITION:
Good condition, especially considering age and use. Some scuffs and light tarnish. Sturdy and heavy enough to hold a large set of books.
Dimensions: 5 1/2" H x 5 3/8" W x 2" D (each).
Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity. -
More Information
Documentation: Certificate of Authenticity Period: 1920-1949 Condition: Good. Styles / Movements: Modern Incollect Reference #: 744538 -
Dimensions
W. 5.375 in; H. 5.5 in; D. 2 in; W. 13.65 cm; H. 13.97 cm; D. 5.08 cm;
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