neocelt
10-08-2009, 04:36 PM
A choice piece from my collection...
On offer is an original Civil War period crutch. It has been in my collection for over 30 years and it's time for it to find a worthy new home. Classic style that you see in all the images. I don't know what kind of wood it is, but it's some species of hardwood and has a pleasing mellow warm (reddish) hue. It appears to have been fashioned by hand and the crescent arm support is affixed to the staff with a single large mortised joint (see photo). the pieces fit together snugly without any screws, pins or glue--just exquisite joinery!
It is in excellent condition overall, with about a half-dozen tiny worm holes scattered around (that have been there the entire time I've owned it). Will display very well!
The arm support is 9 in. wide and the staff is 48 1/2 in. tall. It will be appropriated packed for safe shipping and insured.
A stellar addition to any Civil War collection! $100 (plus $15 shipping)
Live Out Loud!
Aden~
PS: Thanks to all who shared their thoughts about the passing of my long-time companion and war-horse, Paladin. Your words were very comforting.
Terms: Money Order or PayPal (contact me BEFORE using PayPal). I honor commitments to purchase based on time-stamp of email. Please contact me via email at adennichols[at]gmail[dot]com. DO NOT PM me!
On offer is an original Civil War period crutch. It has been in my collection for over 30 years and it's time for it to find a worthy new home. Classic style that you see in all the images. I don't know what kind of wood it is, but it's some species of hardwood and has a pleasing mellow warm (reddish) hue. It appears to have been fashioned by hand and the crescent arm support is affixed to the staff with a single large mortised joint (see photo). the pieces fit together snugly without any screws, pins or glue--just exquisite joinery!
It is in excellent condition overall, with about a half-dozen tiny worm holes scattered around (that have been there the entire time I've owned it). Will display very well!
The arm support is 9 in. wide and the staff is 48 1/2 in. tall. It will be appropriated packed for safe shipping and insured.
A stellar addition to any Civil War collection! $100 (plus $15 shipping)
Live Out Loud!
Aden~
PS: Thanks to all who shared their thoughts about the passing of my long-time companion and war-horse, Paladin. Your words were very comforting.
Terms: Money Order or PayPal (contact me BEFORE using PayPal). I honor commitments to purchase based on time-stamp of email. Please contact me via email at adennichols[at]gmail[dot]com. DO NOT PM me!