Skip to main content
Home

Main navigation

  • Free Appraisals
    • Get a Free Appraisal
    • View Appraisals
    • Local Appraisers
  • Classifieds
  • Blog
  • Shows
    • Antique Shows, Flea Markets, & Swap Meets Map
    • Upcoming Shows
User Menu
  • Login
  • Help
  • Register

Breadcrumb

  1. Home

picaninny caricature jocko lawn jockey

By DebMac, 3 July, 2013
Description

I am looking for a value on this cast iron "Jocko" lawn jockey. From what information I have found so far on the piece, it is from the late 1800s, there is no identifying foundery mark (apparently not uncommon for this particular piece). It is called a "picaninny caricature"  possibly inspired by Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin". The first figure of this type was produced in 1860.

Category
Black Memorabilia
Medium
cast iron
Distinguishing marks
cap has bow tie on it
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
base is 15" x 15" wide and approx. 10" H . Figure is approx. 23" H. Overall height (base + figure) is 33"
Date Period
late 1800s to early 1900s
Weight
base is approx. 65 lb. figure is approx. 65 lb. Total weight approx. 130 lbs.
History
There is a story that George Washington had left his horses in the care of a 12 year old slave boy named Jocko Graves (1776), at the crossing of the Delaware River. the boy froze to death in the cold and Washington was "inspired" by the boys' heroism that he had a statue created in Jocko's honor, calling it the "Faithful groomsman".
Price Paid (If known)
none
For Sale?
Yes
Photos
  • Log in or register to post comments

Today’s Featured Blog

How to Start a Collection: Tips for Beginners

More Blog articles…

Recent Appraisals

  • Chinese Coins
  • Hand painted oval glass
  • Plates
  • Gold cross
  • Locket
  • Desk single pedestal and swivel tilt chair
  • Shell Cameo Brooch
  • Painting in Yosemite on canvas board
  • Lamp
  • Royal Munich Serving Bowl Bavaria
See more appraisals…

Recent Appraisal Comments

  • Qing Dynasty Hunan Province 7 Mace and 2 Candareens Coin
  • Hand painted custom glass
  • I don't knw the history of…
  • Ornate Gold-Tone Cross Necklace
  • Vintage Silver Oval Floral Locket Necklace
  • Antique Single-Pedestal Oak Desk and Cane-Seat Swivel Chair
  • Antique Italian Carved Shell Cameo Brooch (c. 1860–1890)
  • Original Oil Painting by James D. Coleman
  • Art Nouveau/Art Deco Bridge Arm Lamp with Pink Ruffled Shade
  • Silver locket

Recent Blog Articles

  • How to Start a Collection: Tips for Beginners
  • Beyond the Price Tag: The Hidden Factors That Influence Antique and Collectible Value
  • Beyond the Price Tag: Unlocking the Hidden Stories in Your Family Heirlooms
  • Antiques as an Investment: Beyond the Hype, What's Actually Worth It?
  • Is it Real or Just Really Old? Your Guide to Spotting Fake Antiques (and How to Protect Yourself)
  • Beyond the Dust: Unearthing the Stories Behind Your Antiques (and Why Knowing Matters)
  • Unlocking Time's Treasures: Your Essential Vintage Watch Value Guide

More Blog articles…

© 1995- InstAppraisal™, Inc. All Rights Reserved Worldwide
Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, Terms and Conditions, End User License Agreement