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South Carolina, Kershaw's Brigade

Andrew L. Chernak. Wading across one of the innumerable streams and creeks encountered on the march, this soldier keeps his shoes and powder dry by suspending them from his .54 Caliber Model 1841 Rifle. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes historical background information. 4½" high including solid walnut base.

First, Furthest and Last

Andrew L. Chernak. North Carolina troops were the mainstay of the Confederacy. The First to engage Federal troops at Bethel, Furthest penetration of Union lines at Gettysburg (although that fact is argued by some today), and the Last troops to stand down at Appomattox. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes historical background information and is 4½" high including the solid walnut base. $78.95
 

Law's Brigade

Andrew L. Chernak. Law's Alabama Brigade was composed of five infantry regiments, participated in 48 battles and skirmishes, and to them fell the task of wresting Little Round Top from the Federals - only to end in a heartbreaking repulse. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes historical background information and is 4½" high including the solid walnut base.

Orphan's Brigade

Andrew L. Chernak. The Confederate 1st Kentucky brigade was organized in the summer of 1861, shortly before their state voted to remain loyal to the Union. Covering itself with honors at Shiloh, Corinth, Stones River and Chickamauga, the brigade was one of the last units in the east to surrender in Georgia, in May of 1865. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes historical background information and is 4½" high including the solid walnut base.

Cobb's Legion

Andrew L. Chernak. Carrying fifty rounds of ammunition in an imported English Enfield cartridge box, a corporal drinks from a tin drum type canteen offered to him by a comrade-in-arms. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes an historical background and measures 4½" high including the solid walnut base.

Army of Tennessee

Andrew L. Chernak. Rural Missourians under the leadership of their Governor fought as "orphans," separated from their occupied state and ultimately defending Atlanta from the relentless Union onslaught. Early in the war these troops made do with partial or no uniforms and antiquated weapons such as the Model 1816 Musket, which was converted to percussion from its original flintlock ignition. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes an historical background and measures 4½" high including the solid walnut base.
 

Andrew L. Chernak. The finest, most efficient and oldest Louisiana military unit, the Washington Artillery of New Orleans was not surpassed by any organization in the South. From First Manassas to Appomattox they gave service equal to their elite status, and refusing to endure the indignity of surrender, they dismantled and destroyed their guns. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes historical background information, and is 4½" high including the solid walnut base.
 

Andrew L. Chernak. A onetime country doctor, now wearing the gray frock coat of a Major in the Confederate Medical Corps, knows that he will soon be plunged into the nightmare world of the Army Surgeon. Working to near exhaustion, he thinks of the time when the battles will be over and when he can treat only blisters and boils. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes historical background information. 4½" high including solid walnut base.

Andrew L. Chernak. The need for an organized Ambulance Corps was apparent from the first battle of the Civil War and fortunately, men with knowledge of the medical arts along with ambulance drivers and stretcher-bearers all desired to serve their country. This limited edition pewter sculpture paying homage to those veterans is signed by the artist and also includes an historical background. Measures 5¼" high including the solid walnut base.

Andrew L. Chernak. By order of General P.G.T. Beauregard and based on William Porcher Miles' design, the Cary Girls, sisters Hetty and Jennie and their cousin Constance, "put their best stitches" to the first Confederate Battle Flag. This flag, and two identical ones, were sewn in the autumn of 1861 and were presented to Beauregard, General Joseph Johnston and General Earl Van Dorn. They were the vanguard of the design that would come to be recognized as a rally point to all the forces of the Army of Northern Virginia throughout the conflict that divided a nation. Limited edition pewter sculpture is mounted on a solid walnut base, signed by the artist and includes historical background information. Measures 4 1/2" high.

Andrew L. Chernak. By order of General P.G.T. Beauregard and based on William Porcher Miles' design, the Cary Girls, sisters Hetty and Jennie and their cousin Constance, "put their best stitches" to the first Confederate Battle Flag. This flag, and two identical ones, were sewn in the autumn of 1861 and were presented to Beauregard, General Joseph Johnston and General Earl Van Dorn. They were the vanguard of the design that would come to be recognized as a rally point to all the forces of the Army of Northern Virginia throughout the conflict that divided a nation. Limited edition pewter sculpture is mounted on a solid walnut base, signed by the artist and includes historical background information. Measures 6 1/2" high.
 

Andrew L. Chernak. By order of General P.G.T. Beauregard and based on William Porcher Miles' design, the Cary Girls, sisters Hetty and Jennie and their cousin Constance, "put their best stitches" to the first Confederate Battle Flag. This flag, and two identical ones, were sewn in the autumn of 1861 and were presented to Beauregard, General Joseph Johnston and General Earl Van Dorn. They were the vanguard of the design that would come to be recognized as a rally point to all the forces of the Army of Northern Virginia throughout the conflict that divided a nation. Limited edition pewter sculpture is mounted on a solid walnut base, signed by the artist and includes historical background information. Measures 4 1/2" high.

Andrew L. Chernak. By order of General P.G.T. Beauregard and based on William Porcher Miles' design, the Cary Girls, sisters Hetty and Jennie and their cousin Constance, "put their best stitches" to the first Confederate Battle Flag. This flag, and two identical ones, were sewn in the autumn of 1861 and were presented to Beauregard, General Joseph Johnston and General Earl Van Dorn. They were the vanguard of the design that would come to be recognized as a rally point to all the forces of the Army of Northern Virginia throughout the conflict that divided a nation. Limited edition pewter sculpture is mounted on a solid walnut base, signed by the artist and includes historical background information. Measures 6 1/2" high.
 

Andrew L. Chernak. In Southern regiments, competition shoots determined who would act as Sharpshooter, when there was need for that duty. With this type of weapon, a long 4x telescopic sight made shots up to 1000 yards possible with deadly accuracy. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes historical background information and is 4¼" high including the solid walnut base.

Devils in the Attic

Confederate Sharpshooters in the Schriver House. Andrew Chernak. During the Battle of Gettysburg, Confederates snipers found concealment in the attic of the Schriver House. This magnificently detailed pewter sculpture not only recalls the drama and ferocity of the fighting, but it also includes original wood from the Schriver House floorboards! Limited edition sculpture measures 5" high.

Robert E. Lee

Andrew L. Chernak. On May 31, 1862, Robert E. Lee was given command of what he named the "Army of Northern Virginia." He reorganized his army and created a legacy that was unmatched. This limited edition pewter sculpture of Lee is signed by the artist and includes an historical background. 4¼" high including solid walnut base.

General James Longstreet

Andrew L. Chernak. James Longstreet, like many other Southern loyalists, resigned his commission in the Federal Army on June 1, 1861 to serve the Confederacy. As a Brigadier General, he first saw action at the First Battle of Manassas and was eventually promoted to the senior Lieutenant General of the Confederate Army. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes an historical background and is 4¼" high including solid walnut base.

Andrew L. Chernak. Major John Pelham directs a change of aim during his epic flank attack on the Union assault at Fredericksburg. Receiving the fire of dozens of Union guns, Pelham dismounts, removes his overcoat and helps the gun crew weakened by losses to enemy shelling. It was General Lee himself who referred to the young Major as "The Gallant Pelham." Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and measures 8½"x 6½"x 4¾" high including solid walnut base.
 

Andrew L. Chernak. Assigned to the 5th Army Corps, Chamberlain and the 20th Maine participated in nearly every action of the Army of the Potomac. His greatest moment came at the Battle of Gettysburg, where he led his men in a bayonet charge that shattered the Confederate force attempting to take Little Round Top, preserving the Federal left flank. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes an historical background. 4¼" high including solid walnut base.
 

I Have Fought the Good Fight

Andrew L. Chernak. Capt. Wilbourne, General "Stonewall" Jackson's signal officer, and Lt. Gen. A.P. Hill attend to the mortally wounded Jackson after he is tragically shot in the right hand and left arm in a friendly fire accident. This incredibly detailed, limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and makes a wonderful display piece, measuring approximately 4" high including the solid walnut base.

Stonewall Jackson

Andrew L. Chernak. Thomas Jackson was never far from his pocket Bible, which is grasped in his right hand. His left arm is raised in order to "preserve the harmony" to his body, he is wearing his custom made forage cap, and he has his "Regular Army" Model 1850 U.S. Field grade Officer's sword at his side. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and also includes an historical background. 4¼" high including solid walnut base.

Andrew L. Chernak. This is the "Boy General," as the men in the ranks knew him: confident, swaggering, dressed in a tailored uniform. Custer had 11 horses shot from under him during the course of the war, while only once being wounded. Following the war, he survived a court martial in 1867 before riding to immortality at the Little Big Horn in 1876. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes an historical background and is 4" high including the solid walnut base.

This pewter sculpture commemorates General Armistead as he appeared on his final, ill-fated attack on the Federal lines at the High Water Mark. Measures 6½" tall including the solid walnut base.

Andrew L. Chernak. As commander of the legendary submarine H.L. Hunley, Dixon became the first submariner to sink an enemy warship when the USS Housatonic went down. Using information from the forensic reconstruction of his skull, this first sculpture of Dixon portrays him carrying a compass while turning to General P.T.G. Beauregard, Commander of the Charlestown, South Carolina defenses. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes historical background information, and measures 6½" tall including the solid walnut base.
 

Irish Brigade Color Sergeant

Andrew L. Chernak. Born from the 69th New York, the Brigade was raised by Thomas Francis Meagher; grew to include other New York, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts regiments; and was the vanguard in many decisive battles including Antietam, Fredericksburg and Gettysburg. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes historical background. 6" high including solid walnut base.

Hood's Texans Color Sergeant

Andrew L. Chernak. Hood's Texas Brigade was feared by the Union army and among the most dependable of Robert E. Lee's units. This tribute to the Brigade presents a hardened veteran of Major John Bell Hood's Texas Brigade leaning against the staff of his battle-worn banner, which bears the black border honoring the flag lost at the battle of Sharpsburg. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes an historical background and is 6" high including solid walnut base.
 

Angel of the Battlefield, Andrew L. Chernak. In July 1862, Clara Barton obtained permission to travel behind enemy lines, eventually reaching some of the grimmest battlefields of the war and delivering aid to soldiers of both the North and South. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes an historical background, is 4¼" high including solid walnut base, and includes biography of Barton.

Andrew L. Chernak. This unique pewter sculpture of stacked arms depicts the three traditional rifle types used by the Confederate soldier, all set off by a stylized Confederate battle flag base that is surrounded by the names of the battles where Southern courage is enshrined for all time. Limited edition piece is signed by the artist and also includes an historical background. Measures 12¾" high including solid walnut base.

CSS Hunley

Andrew L. Chernak. On February 17, 1864, the Confederate Navy scored the first victory for a submarine in the history of naval warfare as Lt. George Dixon and his eight man crew piloted this strange vessel with it's unique torpedo spar into the side of the U.S.S. Housatonic, lighting up Charleston Harbor with a deadly fireworks display. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes an historical background. 8"L x 2½"H including solid walnut base.

Irish Brigade Monument

Andrew L. Chernak. One of the most distinctive memorials on the Gettysburg Battlefield, the Irish Brigade Monument honors three New York Regiments who combined their state appropriations to erect the bronze and granite monument that was dedicated on July 2, 1888, the 25th anniversary of their fight in the Wheatfield. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes historical background. 5¼" high including solid walnut base.
 

The Mortarman

Andrew L. Chernak. A soldier of the hard fighting Tennessee Regiment mans a 24 pounder Coehorn Mortar. Small and easy to man, the mortar would send a large explosive ball over obstacles and into enemy positions, raining a maelstrom of fire and iron while hidden from view. This limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist, includes historical background information, and is 4½" high including the solid walnut base.

Trappings of Valor, Cavalry

Andrew L. Chernak. A rail fence serves as a support for a worn and tired trooper's equipment. His waist belt holds a cartridge box, a cap box, a .44 Caliber Colt revolver and a Model 1840 "wrist breaker" saber. A seven shot Spencer Carbine and its broad leather shoulder sling, along with the trooper's kepi, complete the collection. Limited edition pewter sculpture is signed by the artist and includes historical background information. 7¾" high including solid walnut base.