The sculptor, Isaac Broome, was very well regarded in his day (this monument dates from 1867), and his works may be found in a number of American museums. Old Pa Pitt is not sure what the wand represents, and would be delighted if someone would enlighten him.
Father Pitt
Why should the beautiful die?
Mary L. Lippincott Monument in Allegheny Cemetery
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