$800
Civil War Veteran's Antietam Cane Identified to Franklin M. Lease, c. late 19th century, carved along the shaft "W.M. CRONISE JR" and "FRANKLINM. LEASE/CUT FROM THE ANTIETAM BATTLEFIELD BATTLE FOUGHT ZEPTEMBER/17TH 1862/SHARPSBURG WAZHINGTON COUNTY MD," with the names of generals involved in the battle, overall lg. 36 in. Provenance: The collection of Nicholas A. Penachio. Estimate $700-900 Has some dings and nicks and missing the finial at the base. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-10-26
