A. Wolfe Davidson (center in hat) with others at Stephen Decatur bust dedication ceremony outside the MARTA station in downtown Decatur, Georgia, circa 1980
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Bust of A. Wolfe Davidson's wife Katherine Harbin Davidson, circa 1975
Clemson University Libraries Bust created for the John Harrison Hosch Library at Gainesville (Georgia) Junior College.
Bust of Frank Howard
Clemson University Libraries Step in the process of creating bronze Frank Howard bust installed in Memorial Stadium at Clemson University in 1969.
A. Wolfe Davidson with bronze bust of Gordon W. Blackwell in academic regalia with Furman University medallion around his neck, circa 1970
Clemson University Libraries Bust was created for Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina where Blackwell served as president. Paintings by A. Wolfe Davidson in background.
A. Wolfe Davidson with clay bust of Solomon Blatt, Sr., circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Likely preliminary for a bronze bust of Blatt created by Davidson for the Solomon Blatt Office Building, part of the South Carolina State House complex in Columbia, South Carolina.
Reference photograph of right side view of James C. Littlejohn's head, circa 1950
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Reference photograph of back view of Charles E. Daniel seated at desk with man in front of him, circa 1960
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Busts of A. Wolfe Davidson's father Chaim Meyer Davidson (left) and mother Chasia Hillman Davidson, circa 1965
Clemson University Libraries Portraits of the Davidsons behind busts.
Back view of ceramic bust of Solomon Blatt, Sr., circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Inscribed on sculpture - Solomon Blatt Barnwell South Carolina Member House of Representative For Forty Six Years and its Speaker for Thirty Three Years. Likely preliminary for a bronze bust of Blatt created by A. Wolfe Davidson for the Solomon Blatt Office Building, part of the South Carolina State House complex in Columbia, South Carolina.
Bust of Frank Howard, circa 1969
Clemson University Libraries Davidson's bust of Frank Howard bust was installed in Memorial Stadium at Clemson University in 1969.
A. Wolfe Davidson talking to someone in his home studio, circa 1969
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Portrait photograph of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Clemson University Libraries On front - Mr. O'Connor; Fiftieth Birthday Luncheon; illegible handwriting
Portrait photograph of A. Wolfe Davidson's older brother Aaron Davidson, circa 1905
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Reference photograph of side view of head and torso of Solomon Blatt, Sr., circa 1978
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Clay bust of André Smith, circa 1953
Clemson University Libraries Bust sculpted while A. Wolfe Davidson was in residence at The Research Studio, later known as the Maitland Art Center, an artists' colony in Maitland, Florida founded by Smith.
Clay bust of L. Marion Gressette with reference portrait photograph, circa 1977
Clemson University Libraries Step in process of creating bust for L. Marion Gressette State Office Building in the South Carolina State House complex in Columbia, South Carolina.
A. Wolfe Davidson (left) and L. Marion Gressette with bust of Gressette, circa 1977
Clemson University Libraries Bust being created for L. Marion Gressette State Office Building in the South Carolina State House complex in Columbia, South Carolina.
A. Wolfe Davidson with bust of André Smith, circa 1953
Clemson University Libraries Bust sculpted while Davidson was in residence at The Research Studio, later known as the Maitland Art Center, an artists' colony in Maitland, Florida. founded by Smith.
Plaster bust of Thomas Green Clemson
Clemson University Libraries Bust was created circa 1935 when Davidson was studying and creating art at Clemson College. Hands for larger Thomas Green Clemson statue are below bust.
Weight lifter Paul Anderson holding a barbell over his head, circa 1960
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Clay bust of Gordon W. Blackwell in academic regalia with Furman University medallion around his neck, circa 1970
Clemson University Libraries Preliminary for bronze bust created for Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina where Blackwell served as president. In studio with other works in background.
Ceramic bust of Eugene Cook, circa 1967
Clemson University Libraries On front - made in 1955 21" [h]
Reverse plaster mold for bas-relief portrait medallion of A. Wolfe Davidson's daughter Edith and granddaughters Jennifer, Jessica and Johanna Burwinkle, circa 1971
Clemson University Libraries Depicts A. Wolfe Davidson's younger daughter Edith Burwinkle reading to her three children. Inscribed on medallion - Edith - Jennifer - Jessica - Johanna / Daughter and Granddaughters. Written on front - 14; Mold (Reverse)
Full size bas-relief panel of Strom Thurmond, circa 1980
Clemson University Libraries In a room with other artwork including a smaller study or model for the panel. The larger panel originally was created for the Strom Thurmond Federal Office Building in Columbia, South Carolina but never installed there. The larger panel was installed in Strom Thurmond High School in Edgefield, South Carolina in 2016. On panel - Senator Strom Thurmond.
Four tier cast stone pagoda covered in snow
Clemson University Libraries Sculpted by A. Wolfe Davidson circa 1961 for the yard at his home on Candler Street in Gainesville, Georgia
Bust of Robert Mills, circa 1964
Clemson University Libraries Bust commissioned by the Kohn and Hennig families for display in the Mills-designed Ainsley Hall Mansion in Columbia, South Carolina.
Bust of Byron Herbert Reece, circa 1962
Clemson University Libraries A. Wolfe Davidson presented a bronze bust of Reece to Young Harris College and a ceramic bust of Reece to the Hall County (Georgia) Library in 1962.
Bust of André Smith, circa 1953
Clemson University Libraries Bust sculpted while A. Wolfe Davidson was in residence at The Research Studio, later known as the Maitland Art Center, an artists' colony in Maitland, Florida founded by Smith.
Portrait photograph of A. Wolfe Davidson
Clemson University Libraries On front - These proofs are the property of Kislek Photographers, and are loaned to you for a reasonable period of time to make your decision and selection of poses. If not returned upon request, a charge will be made Kislek
Season's Greetings card showing A. Wolfe Davidson (right) and wife Katherine Davidson next to a truck camper in front their house on Candler Street in Gainesville, Georgia, circa 1970
Clemson University Libraries On front - Season's Greetings Abe & Katherine Davidson. On back - Here are the would be vagabonds. Maybe we can get off after the first of the year. It was good to see you looking so well. Jenny slept almost all way home.
Cast stone bas-relief of "Cotton Bowl," circa 1940
Clemson University Libraries Depicts football players in action. Created to honor the Clemson Tigers' victory over the Boston College Eagles in the 1940 Cotton Bowl Classic game. Shown prior to installation in April 1941 over the entrance door to the Clemson College Field House (later known as Fike Recreation Center). On back - 5 and 1/2 feet by 11 feet 1940 Cast Stone Plaster Mould on other side.
A. Wolfe Davidson removing ceramic bust of André Smith from plaster mold at The Research Studio artists' colony in Maitland, Florida, circa 1953
Clemson University Libraries Smith was founder of The Research Studio where Davidson was artist in residence. Attached to front - A section of the mould is removed from the casting twenty four hours after the slip was poured in.
A. Wolfe Davidson with clay bust of Jimmy Carter, circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Davidson presented a bronze version of this bust to the Georgia Visitor Information Center in Plains, Georgia in 1978 to replace an earlier version he wasn't satisfied with.
Sculpted head of Ralph McGill, circa 1969
Clemson University Libraries Created for Georgia Newspaper Hall of Fame in Athens, Georgia
Kevin McCulloch (front) and others with bronze bust of Stephen Decatur outside the MARTA station in downtown Decatur, Georgia, circa 1980
Clemson University Libraries Bust commissioned by the Decatur (Georgia) Lions Club.Taken on day bust was dedicated.
Clay bust of L. Marion Gressette, circa 1977
Clemson University Libraries Step in process of creating bust for L. Marion Gressette State Office Building in the South Carolina State House complex in Columbia, South Carolina.
Bust and portrait photograph of A. Wolfe Davidson's mother Chasia Hillman Davidson, circa 1965
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Clay bust of Robert C. Edwards, circa 1967
Clemson University Libraries Step in process of creating bronze bust commissioned by Clemson University where Edwards was president from 1959 to 1979.
Studio with "Brotherhood of the Tiger" statue, bust of Frank Howard and other sculpture, circa 1968
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Reference photograph of right side of James B. Edwards' head, circa 1977
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A. Wolfe Davidson with clay bust of wife Katherine Harbin Davidson, circa 1975
Clemson University Libraries Bust created for the John Harrison Hosch Library at Gainesville (Georgia) Junior College.
A. Wolfe Davidson with clay bust of Jimmy Carter, circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Davidson presented a bronze version of this bust to the Georgia Visitor Information Center in Plains, Georgia in 1978 to replace an earlier version he wasn't satisfied with.
Bust of Andrew Jackson
Clemson University Libraries Bust created by A. Wolfe Davidson in 1938 under the Works Progress Administration Federal Art Project for the Lancaster South Carolina Public Library.
A. Wolfe Davidson (right) talking to someone at Stephen Decatur bust dedication ceremony outside the MARTA station in downtown Decatur, Georgia, circa 1980
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Clay bust of Frank Howard, circa 1967
Clemson University Libraries Step in the process of creating bronze Frank Howard bust installed in Memorial Stadium at Clemson University in 1969.
Bust of André Smith, circa 1953
Clemson University Libraries Bust sculpted while A. Wolfe Davidson was in residence at The Research Studio, later known as the Maitland Art Center, an artists' colony in Maitland, Florida founded by Smith.
Bust of Frank Howard, circa 1969
Clemson University Libraries Davidson's bust of Frank Howard bust was installed in Memorial Stadium at Clemson University in 1969.
Cast stone fountain sculpted by A. Wolfe Davidson for the back yard of his home on Candler Street in Gainesville, Georgia, circa 1961
Clemson University Libraries On front - 3' 3" [fountain] 7" [base]
Reference photograph of John E. Johns in Furman University academic regalia, circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Johns was the president of Furman from 1976 to 1994.
Clay head of Buris R. Boshell next to reference photographs of his head from various views, circa 1979
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Bust of Crawford W. Long, circa 1956
Clemson University Libraries Inscription on bust - Crawford W. Long 1815-1868 First to use sulphuric ether as an anesthetic Jefferson, Georgia March 20 1842.
Reference photograph of Charles E. Daniel seated at desk, circa 1960
Clemson University Libraries Framed photographs on desk.
Bust of John Edward Rouse, circa 1974
Clemson University Libraries Created for Anderson (SC) College where Rouse was president from 1957 - 1973.
Bronze bust of James F. Byrnes wearing United States Supreme Court justice robe, circa 1965
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A. Wolfe Davidson with his back yard fountain at his home on Candler Street in Gainesville, Georgia, circa 1972
Clemson University Libraries Four foot tall ornamental fountain and reservoir made out of cast stone built in 1961.
Cast stone statue of Thomas Green Clemson on Clemson University campus
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A. Wolfe Davidson with clay bust of Stephen Decatur, circa 1980
Clemson University Libraries Bust commissioned by the Decatur (Georgia) Lions Club to be installed on the Roy A. Blount Plaza outside the MARTA station, in downtown Decatur circa 1980.
Bas-relief portrait medallion of A. Wolfe Davidson's daughter Edith and granddaughters Jennifer, Jessica and Johanna Burwinkle, circa 1971
Clemson University Libraries Depicts A. Wolfe Davidson's younger daughter Edith Burwinkle reading to her three children. Inscribed on medallion - Edith - Jennifer - Jessica - Johanna Burwinkle / A. Wolfe Davidson, SC. 1971
Four tier cast stone pagoda in outdoor setting
Clemson University Libraries Sculpted by A. Wolfe Davidson circa 1961 for the yard at his home on Candler Street in Gainesville, Georgia
Clay bust of Solomon Blatt, Sr., circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Likely preliminary for a bronze bust of Blatt created by A. Wolfe Davidson for the Solomon Blatt Office Building, part of the South Carolina State House complex in Columbia, South Carolina.
Bronze bust of Gordon W. Blackwell in academic regalia with Furman University medallion around his neck, circa 1970
Clemson University Libraries On back - Gordon Blackwell President, Furman Univ.1966 26 inches
Side view of plaster bust of Robert Mills, circa 1938
Clemson University Libraries On front - Robert Mills Architect and Engineer 1781-1855 (From an Original Portrait Bust Made for this Publication by A. Wolfe Davidson). From the book Internal Improvement in South Carolina, 1817-1828 by David Kohn, Bess Glenn and George L. Champion.
Three tier cast stone pagoda in outdoor setting
Clemson University Libraries Sculpted by A. Wolfe Davidson and installed for a client living on West Paces Ferry Road in Atlanta, Georgia
A. Wolfe Davidson (left) working on bust of woman as she poses in classroom with others working on portrait busts
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A. Wolfe Davidson with plaster mold and bust of John E. Johns in Furman University academic regalia, circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Johns was the president of Furman from 1976 to 1994.
Two men standing behind "Brotherhood of the Tiger" statue and bust of Frank Howard, circa 1968
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Bas-relief plaque of Robert Wood Johnson, circa 1978
Clemson University Libraries Plaque created for Class of 1979 gift to Robert Wood Johnson High School in Gainesville, Georgia.
Bust and portrait of William Henry Belk, circa 1953
Clemson University Libraries Likely a preliminary model for a bust created in 1953 and presented by C.R. Franklin on behalf of Gallant-Belk Company of Gainesville, Georgia to the Belk family at the Belk Store Managers' Conference in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The family placed the bronzed bust in W.H. Belk's office in Charlotte, NC.
Portrait photograph of A. Wolfe Davidson's older brother Berry Davidson in Russian military uniform, circa 1905
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A. Wolfe Davidson pouring clay slip into plaster mold at The Research Studio artists' colony in Maitland, Florida, circa 1953
Clemson University Libraries Casting a ceramic bust of André Smith, founder of The Research Studio where Davidson was artist in residence.
Bust of Crawford W. Long, circa 1956
Clemson University Libraries Inscription on bust - Crawford W. Long MD 1815-1868 First to use sulphuric ether as an anesthetic Jefferson, Georgia March 20 1842.