Fighting Bob©

by

John Rogers

John Rogers (1929-1904) was with little doubt the most "popular" American sculptor of the last half of the 19th century.  Working in plaster creating Victorian decorative groups of statuary, he is often referred to as the "Norman Rockwell" of his time.   Rogers distinguished himself throughout his career capturing poignant moments of American culture during the last half of the 19th century.  Joseph Jefferson was one of the foremost comedians of the American stage in the last quarter of the 19th century.  Having played Rip Van Winkle for many years, Jefferson took on the role of "Bob Acres" or "Fighting Bob" as the role came to be known in a 'light' stage comedy titled "The Rivals" by Richard Brinsley Sheridan.  Jefferson posed in his stage costume with his stage prop pistols for Rogers to sketch.  It is reported that Jefferson was pleased with Rogers' work believing that the sculptor and his skill had immortalized the character of Bob Acres.

The popularity of Rogers' works spawned numerous replications of some of his original plaster pieces in parian, various ceramics, and bronze in the late 19th century and early 20th century.   In keeping with that past practice, K&G Enterprises is pleased to offer this truly stunning and impressive contemporary replication of John Rogers' "Fighting Bob," produced from an original plaster example.  The molten poured and cast bronze piece stands 34.5" tall (not counting the thickness of the marble base), consists of the highest quality bronze (the piece weighs in at 100 pounds), and exhibits extraordinary workmanship and detail.  If you have an interest in this reasonably priced high-end piece,  contact by e-mail  K&G Enterprises or write K&G Enterprises, p.o.b. 889, Cullowhee, NC  28723 for detail, ordering, and pricing information--serious inquiries only, please.

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