6 Ft Antique CARVED WOOD Old PRISONER Folk ART CHAIN GANG Prison JAIL SHACKLES
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:23472429 | Age: 1900-1940 |
Type: Woodenware | Original/Reproduction: Original |
Country/Region of Origin: United States |
THIS IS A RELIST DUE TO A NON-PAYING BIDDER6 Ft Antique CARVED WOOD Old PRISONER Folk ART CHAIN GANG Prison JAIL SHACKLES~ 50+ Estate Fresh Antiques Listed Weekly ~
This is an outstanding 77 inch long hand carved wooden folk art chain. This type of folk art was commonly seen in prisons and jails And is often referred to as prison art. Overall in outstanding antique condition and looking... to date to the mid 20th century or older. Each chain link was individually carved with pieces cut out and then replaced methodically to give the appearance of The chain being carved from a single piece of wood which is not the case. Overall a phenomenal execution in outstanding display of all condition. Over 6 feet of chain with each link sizing in around 1 1/2 inches X3 inches. The previous owner had an elaborate story about how this chain was used in a prison escape. It was supposedly fashioned overtime and was switched out for the real chains that the prisoner was wearing facilitating in his escape. While there is no proof of the story it certainly makes for one heck of a tale to go along with this beautiful antique hand carved prison art chain.1 of 50+ Estate Fresh Items Picked Weekly If you have been following Us.......We would like to THANK YOU!/We have been overwhelmed with the Kindness and Continued Support from So Many of Our Devoted Customers and We Promise to Continue to Provide the Best Possible Experience with an Unquestionable 30 Day Return Policy & as Always, Exceptional Packing with the use of Quality Packing Materials.
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