Decaying, leafless trees were a popular form of monument in the late 19th century. Many were custom designed. This one includes a plethora of symbols: book, anchor, rope, chain, and handshake.
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Decaying, leafless trees were a popular form of monument in the late 19th century. Many were custom designed. This one includes a plethora of symbols: book, anchor, rope, chain, and handshake.