Jocko Graves Cast Iron Statue

By slatepicker, 10 April, 2012
Description

I bought this statue approximately 15 - 20 years ago.  The gentleman who owned it previously passed away in his 80's, so I believe it is somewhat old, however, I do have one concern.  Jocko is welded onto the base.  I don't believe welding could have been around too long.  So I guess it would have had to been made sometime after electricity.

Category
Black Memorabilia
Medium
cast iron
Distinguishing marks
none
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
Approx. 45 inches tall. Base 15 x 15 inches
Date Period
unknown
Weight
80 lbs. ?
History
Bought at auction in Fawn Grove, PA approx. 15-20 yrs. ago. It was an estate auction of a gentleman who had passed away in his 80's. Statue is of Jocko Graves, the young slave boy, rumored to have frozen to death while tending George Washington's horses while Washington crossed the Delaware.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$100.00
For Sale?
No
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