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Framed relief of Abraham Lincoln
- Creator:
- W. H. Darby
- Location:
- Virginia, McDowell
- Origin Date:
- 1900-1930
- Materials:
- mineral
- Measurements:
- overall: 8 1/4 in x 6 in
- Item ID:
- 71.2009.082.0413
- Holding Institution:
- Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
- Available for Viewing:
- No
- Category:
- Three-dimensional Objects
Description
Rectangular frame encloses a log cabin illustrated in medium relief with an ovular framed bust of Abraham Lincoln shown in three-quarters view in its interior. A stump with a maul leaned against it and a log, with a wedge and an axe embedded are below the bust. "The Rail Splitter" is carved across the bottom. There is a metal hook used for hanging the plaque on the back. "W.H. Darby McDowell, VA" is stamped twice on the back in black. There is also handwriting that reads "PS 59". Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
