This is a pewter figurine from an unknown sculptor entitled "Union Artillery Gunner". The pewter figure of a Union infantryman comes on an attractive oval wooden base that measures 4 3/4" by 3 1/2" and is approximately 5 1/2" tall. The sculptor went into great detail, showing the Gunner with his rammer and water bucket. He holds the rammer with both hands, ready to swab the barrel of his cannon. The Red Leg wears an artillery shell jacket unbuttoned, showing his battle shirt underneath. His rectangle US belt plate with belt are clearly visible. Ol' Billy wears standard brogans and a kepi without insignia. The wooden base has a pewter banner that reads Union Artillery Gunner, with a drum, US and Confederate flag on the left side. This piece would make a great desk ornament or a decorator piece in your war room, perhaps the perfect birthday or Christmas gift!

Item # AA2103