Description: Thomas Jefferson Craddock (Albemarle County, Virginia, 1845-1918) made a living making carved wooden walking sticks. This one is 34.5” long. Carefully and painstakingly chip carved and with multiple inscriptions reading, THOMAS JEFFERSON OF VA, BORN APR 13, 1743/ WAS PRESIDENT USA 1801-1809/ WROTE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE/FOUNDER OF UNIVERSITY VA/DIED JULY 4, 1826/ THIS CANE WAS CUT NEAR JEFFERSON'S TOMB. Carved animals and symbols throughout including birds, a flag, leaves, feathers and several four legged reptiles and animals. Thomas Jefferson Craddock was born in Albemarle County in August of 1845, the son of carpenter William Randolph Craddock. On April 1, 1863, Thomas enlisted in the Confederate army, serving as a private in the 5th Regiment, Virginia Cavalry until his injury in February of 1863 at Hamilton's Crossing. He remained active in local veteran groups for the remainder of his life. As early as 1890, a newspaper noted Craddock as the Genius carver from Albemarle, and that he made a living by carving canes cut near the grave of Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. In the 1900 federal census for Scottville, Albemarle County, Virginia, Thomas Jefferson Craddock lists his occupation as cane maker. This self-identification, together with the many surviving walking sticks by his hand and the attention they received in the press, hint at the prolific scope of his creative, income generating activity. One obituary recalled that "his remarkable canes were noted far and near." (Courtesy: From the Files of Colonial Williamsburg). Condition: Please view images for full product condition. There is some wear and scratches that I tried to take pictures of but still quite sturdy for a 160+ year old wood carving. Order(s) will be shipped within 1 business day of purchase. products will be shipped carefully in boxed mailer. Shipped with USPS Mail. I will combine shipping for multiple orders. Please check out my other listings!
Price: 1399.99 USD
Location: San Carlos, California
End Time: 2024-12-24T00:18:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: 35.99 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Style: Walking Stick
Original/Reproduction: Original
Material: Wood
