Simon Skillin

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Brothers John and Simon Skillin were notable wood carvers from New England. - AsNotedIn


Timeline

Y/M/D Description Association Composition Place Locale Food Event
Y/M/D Description Association Composition Place Locale Food Event
1797/05/00 Designed by William Rush of Philadelphia, John and Simon Skillin carve a figurehead of the Roman god Hercules. The only contemporary representation known of it is in a painting of the ship by Michel Felice Corne c 1803. Artisans USS CONSTITUTION Boston
1798/00/00 John and Simon Skillin carve the pine cone atop the Statehouse dome as well as assist in carving the Corinthian columns and capitals. The columns are so strong that with the exception of one they will last over 150 years. Artisans Massachusetts Statehouse Boston
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