Here I am getting started on one of the large shell carvings that will go at the very
top of the rounding boards. I will carve three of these..
Here I am carving the flames on one of the torches that go on each side of each panel at the top
of the posts that seperate the panels. Four of these will be needed.
This photo shows one torch that has been glued-up and clamped. Also two others torches
that I have turned in my lathe.
This photo is of three torches that I have completed carving.
Here I am using a hand saw to make some final adjustments to the base of a torch. This is
to allow the torch to fit in the top of the post.
Here the torch has been fitted into the top of the post. The painting of this torch
and all other carvings were done by Jerry Reinhardt.
This is the carving of the shield that will be placed at the very center of the middle
panel. On it I will carve the words, "Buit by, C. W. Parker, Leavenworth, Kan..
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