Wounded To The Rear: One More Shot ©
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 early in his career with the many poignant American Civil War subjects he created and realized into his various groups of statuary. Of all those Civil War subjects, "Wounded To The Rear: One More Shot" (patented in 1864) was the most popular, challenged only by his Council of War (patented in 1868). "Shot" depicts two courageous wounded veterans, one lingering to have one more shot at the enemy before retreating. Statuary of this stirring subject were often gifts to veterans who much admired the subject and the impressive manner of its presentation. General George A. Custer and his wife carried a "Shot" with them from army post to army post along with other Rogers statuary.
The popularity of Rogers' works spawned numerous replications of some of his original plaster pieces in parian, ceramics, and bronze in the late 19th century and early 20th century. In keeping with that practice of the past, K&G Enterprises is pleased to offer this truly impressive and absolutely stunning contemporary replication of John Rogers' "Wounded To The Rear: One More Shot," replicated from an original plaster example. The following pictures and for that matter, any pictures cannot do justice to this breathtaking piece. This molten poured and cast bronze piece stands 23.5" tall (not counting the thickness of the marble base), consists of the highest quality bronze (the piece weighs nearly 70 pounds), and exhibits extraordinary workmanship in its patina 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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