August 15, 2009

Lot 286
 
CIVIL WAR SOLDIER'S ARTIFICIAL LEG.
Complete with leather shoe, designed for a soldier who lost his right leg above the knee. Has a leather attachment section with 7 brass hooks and an articulating metal knee section. This was a high quality prosthesis made for someone of means, probably an officer. 6"W x 31"H x 9.5"D.
Estimate $300 - 500.
Realized $230.00