Spirit of '76 Enamel Pewter Buckle

Archibald MacNeal Willard (August 22, 1836-October 11, 1918) was an American Painter who was born and raised in Bedford, Ohio.Willard joined the 86th Ohio infantry in 1863 and fought in the American Civil War. During this time he painted several scenes from the war, and forged a friendship with photographer James F. Ryder. Willard painted The Spirit of '76 in Wellington, Ohio after he saw a parade pass through the town square. Willard's most famous work is The Spirit of '76 (previously known as Yankee Doodle) which was exhibited at the Centennial Exposition. The original is believed to be displayed in Abbot Hall (Marblehead, Massachusetts) as Williard painted several variations of the now-famous scene. Another original variation of the work by Williard hangs in the United States Department of the State. Of note, he used his father as the model for the middle character of the painting. Willard painted three murals in the main hall of the Fayette County.Ohio courthouse in Washington Court House, Ohio: "The Spirit of Electricity", "The Spirit of Telegraphy", and "The Spirit of the Mail". Finely sculpted and enameled lead free pewter belt buckle , Enameling is a colored epoxy which will not crack, fade, chip or peel. This is one of the "Original Rebel's Buckle Collection" made by US Buckle and their unique buckle designs often become collector's items and are unequaled with the best in American craftsmanship. Made in the USA. Their BUCKLES are of EXCELLENT Quality

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• * Dimensions: 3-3/8 " W x 2-3/8 " H ~ Fits standard belts up to 1-5/8" wide

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• * Lead Free Pewter ~ Made in the USA ~ Buckle comes in a Gift Box