WOOLDRIDGE FIGURES
We just returned from our annual escape the heat, go see something new, get inspired, and antique hunting trip. This year we saw many new to us amazing sights. This being one of them in Mayfield KY. Colonel Wooldridge had a vision of his tomb and monuments to honor the people and things he loved in the late 1800's. His marble statue was carved in Italy and the other stone ones all in the US. His Mother is directly to his side, a carving of him on his favorite horse and sisters are behind him. His brothers are beside him and his 2 favorite hunting dogs share the space with a deer and a fox.
We have known about this for quite some time from the famous Hemphill collection book, but finally getting to see it in person was breathtaking. The love Wooldridge had for his family, pets, and the outdoors is beautiful and the carvings themselves all masterpieces of artwork. I am so glad this is maintained and is available for view.
It may have taken us a while to get there, but I see many future returns.