Statue of Lincoln by August St. Gaudens at Auction
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https://live.skinnerinc.com/lots/view/4-4RX2SX/augustus-saint-gaudens-american-1848-1907
I imagine at least a few members might be interested in checking this out. This particular statue was cast after his death. One neat fact that isn't mentioned in the description is the source of wear on Lincoln's hair: having been located at a school, the students passing by would pat the President's head!
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That's a beautiful piece !
It's looks like it will probably bring a beautiful price too......
Very nice statue!
I was hoping it was life size to put in a home or lobby!
Estimate at 700,000 to 900,000. Wow!
At 17 made as well!
A beautiful work of art..... and the information with it, regarding St. Gaudens widow having such detailed work with the castings is quite interesting. Cheers, RickO
Just finished the book “The Life and Works of Augustus Saint Gaudens”. Augusta, his wife, had to take over the completion of several works with the help of Artists that were on the payroll. I’m sure these small statues were made to help pay the bills after his death.
I can almost see Abe moving. Nice. Peace Roy
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Sold for $1.15 million. Looks much larger in some of the accompanying pictures
I believe I have seen one of those in the Art Institute of Chicago. It's an impressive piece when viewed in person.