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Rough Edges
In some aspects, Abraham Lincoln was like the
silk purse made from a sow's ear. His rough
edges were the subject of scurrilous jokes that
mocked his lowly beginnings, and poked fun of
peculiarities - like his walk that made it appear
he was stepping over rows of cotton. His
scrawny neck, with an over-sized Adam's
apple, that bobbed up and down when he
spoke, drew more excitement at times than his
eloquent speeches. Still others came to know a
man who would do anything for friends, held
few grudges, and used humor and good will,
rather than rancor, to prod his generals and
others into action. Finally, it was this man who,
as President of the United States, guided this
nation through the 'fiery trial" of a civil war that
tested the character and the commitment of the
American people to our founding principles.
"Rough Edges" is a testament to this finest of
men who not only transformed himself, but
saw the "silk purse" in others."
- John McClarey, sculptor
Base - 4" x 4" x 3 1/2"
16" tall
Price: $700.00
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