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Section of Wood From the White House -- Removed During 1927 Reconstruction

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/26/2020

Wood block from the White House, removed during the 1927 reconstruction under President Calvin Coolidge. Attached paper label reads in full: ''SECTION OF TIMBER REMOVED FROM THE WHITE HOUSE AFTER 112 YEARS OF SERVICE / For 112 years; during the residence of 26 Presidents of the United States, this fine piece of pine lumber helped support the roof of the Executive Mansion. It was removed at the time of remodeling the White House in the summer of 1927, and was found to be in perfect condition. It was originally built into the Mansion during the residence of President James Madison in 1815, following its burning by the British. It would have serviceably endured for hundreds of years or more. Presented by National Lumber Manufacturers Association''. With accompanying pamphlet entitled ''White House Timber'' and with original shipping box. Timber measures 4'' x 2.25'' x 2.25''. In very good to near fine condition.