Bidspirit auction | Union Soldier & Dick Turpin

Union Soldier & Dick Turpin Cast Iron - Dick Turpin is roughly 11 inches tall. Filled in with cement. Paint loss. Made out of a spelter metal. Single cast iron Union soldier book end. we could not find the Confederate one. Paint loss and surface rust. Provenance: Acquired from a single owner private estate collection originating in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The collection was carefully stored in Slatington, Pennsylvania for approximately five years prior to being consigned to the auction house. The consignor noted that the collection had long-standing ties to the Gettysburg region, reflecting a deep appreciation for historical preservation and Americana. This fresh-to-market estate offering presents an exceptional opportunity for collectors, as the items have remained largely untouched in storage for several years before entering the auction market.