This rare carved figure depicts the celebrated American statesmen and orator Patrick Henry holding his famous ''Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death'' speech which he gave to the Virginia Assembly in 1775. The quality and stylised nature of the carving, the surface patina and its close association with this period in American history enables us to date this item to the latter part of the eighteenth century - within a few years of his speech.Apart from an early, sympathetic, repair to the wrist of the hand holding the speech, as can be seen in one of the accompanying images, the figure is in very good condition still retaining a lovely colour and patina.Carriage is nearly always carried out personally within London, Surrey and Sussex - Delivery is free for clients within mainland Britain - Professional, competitive and trusted courier and shipping companies are engaged for the remainder of our customers.We do strive to accurately describe and illustrate our stock within th...