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GENERAL WESTMORELAND Ivory Carving
Estimate:
$300 - $600
Sold
$1,500
Live Auction
The American Sale
Category
Description
Ivory elephant bridge carving, originally presented to Gen. William Westmoreland -- commander of the U.S. forces in Vietnam -- by the commanding general, officers and soldiers of the 2nd ARVN Corps (Army of the Republic of Vietnam). Comes with a copy of a letter from Westmoreland to the consignor, who received it from the general as a gift. Measures 26" long. PLEASE NOTE: This is antique, pre-ban African elephant ivory. It can be shipped only where allowed by law. This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
Condition
Some paint loss on base, a bit of chipping at the wide end of the carving.