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THE STORY : THE HISTORY OF THE SCULPTURES : MADE IN THE USA / A MUST READ

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THE STORY : THE HISTORY OF THE SCULPTURES :  MADE IN THE USA / A MUST READ
BIDDING STARS SOON!
Approx $250,000 Collection (Original Purchase price per the family. Purchased for an investment )
STILL PROCESSING SALES LOTS. TOTAL PCS OVER 150 :
FROM THE ESTATE OF MR. & MRS. WILLIAM DOYLE
FRANCIS BARNUM SCULPTURES RARE & LIMITED EDITION / 150 PCS PLUS
CIVIL WAR , OLD WEST , WILDLIFE . All MADE IN AMERICA OF THE FINEST PEWTER AND AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP. ALL SIGNED BY FRANCIS BARNUM
OWN A PART OF AMERICAN HISTORY. THIS AUCTION IS FOR INVESTORS,COLLECTORS AND DEALERS OF FINE AMERICAN ART & DECOR .
Most sales lot with provide a brief history / story behind the items creation.Make a very good read and refresher of American History .
Francis Barnum's sculptures are crafted from fine pewter. This type of pewter is a high-quality, lead-free alloy primarily composed of tin, along with small amounts of metals like copper and antimony to increase strength, malleability, and luster.

Most of his famous limited-edition pieces were produced by Chilmark Fine Pewter in the United States.



Most "Barnum" pewter statues—specifically those sculpted by Francis J. Barnum—were made in the United States. These collectible figurines, primarily known for their detailed depictions of the American Civil War, were produced by American brands such as Chilmark and Hudson Pewter.

Manufacturing Locations and Brands
Chilmark: The most prominent brand for Barnum's work, Chilmark was a U.S.-based manufacturer. Collectors and sellers consistently identify these pieces as handmade in the USA.
Hudson Pewter (Hudson Creek): Another key producer, this brand also manufactured Barnum's sculptures within the United States.
New England Pewter: Early in his career, Barnum's limited-edition work was marketed by New England Pewter, another domestic entity.

Potential Exceptions
While the vast majority of these sculptures were made domestically, some international associations exist:
Marketing and Distribution: For many years, Barnum’s work was marketed and sold all over the world, which can sometimes lead to confusion about their origin among international buyers.
Listing Discrepancies: Occasionally, secondary market listings (such as on eBay) might erroneously list a different Country of Origin (e.g., France) due to seller error, but official documentation typically confirms American production.
European Historical Context: Pewter as a medium has a deep history in Europe (particularly England and Germany), which sometimes causes collectors to associate all fine pewter with European guilds. However, the Barnum Civil War collection is distinctly American in both subject matter and manufacturing.