Primitive Antique Whittled Uncle Sam Figure in Coffin varnished and some wear around the

and some wear around the perimeter of the base--all minor and as documented in photos

Large enough to feel substantial but small enough to fit anywhere (or to carry with you from room to room

One of the things I love most about old folk carved whimsies is that even when representing fairly common forms -- chain links

and printed instructions on the back

Primitive Antique Whittled Uncle Sam Figure in Coffin varnished and some wear around theThis little folk carving of a figure in coffin blue shirt, red pants, and labeled in Uncle Sam in pencil at his feet feels quite timely at the present moment in the life of our nation, at least a hundred years after its making. Enough said. It's maker, or someone later, took the time to add six little tack nails around the perimeter of the coffin, such that the lid slides smoothly and fits super snugly just right protecting the figure (and symbol of