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Fraternal carving
Carved and painted
Fraternal whisk broom holder
7 1/2 feet  high Crown of thorns
7 1/2 feet high
Crown of thorns with hearts
Magazine rack
Painted wood magazine rack
Doll's cradle
Doll's cradle
Multiple frame with spires
Tramp art multiple
frame with spires
Oddfellows sign
1919 Oddfellows sign
Tramp art pedestal box
Tramp art pedestal box
Primitive tool carrier
Primitive tool carrier
Folky corner shelf
Folky corner shelf
Industrial gear
Large industrial gear
International Architecture
Several Art Deco
woodblock prints
Tramp art clock case
Tramp art clock case with crosses
Tractor lawn sprinkler
Cast iron tractor
lawn sprinkler
Carved man
Carved man
Whimsey carved knife
Whimsey carved knife
Memory jug
Memory jug
Jackstraws
Hand carved jackstraws
Decorative iron
Decorative iron cultivator blades
Peach pit whimsey
Carved whimsey
peach pit pin
Barbed wire wreath
Large barbed wire wreath
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This is an exceptional relief carved and painted whisk broom holder covered with fraternal symbols. It includes the three rings and axe of Odd Fellows, the sword and moon of the Shriners, and the star of Rebecca. In addition, it has a face carved in a center panel and the words "MELHA" and "In hoc signo vinces". The size of this object is 14" high, about 10" wide, and 5" deep. It is made out of pine, is in excellent condition, and was probably done around the early part of the 1900's. The price is $675.00. Inventory Code: AWCR. Overall Image ... Close-up of the top ... Close-up of the front ... Lower front, from below ... Looking through from the top down ... Back.     Larger, more detailed views: Overall Image ... Close-up of the top ... Lower front, from below ... Looking through from the top down ... Back.

Memory jugThis is an attractive memory jar built over a stoneware container. It is decorated with shards of floral china, fancy textured colored glass, mirror, and beads. It stands 10" high by 7" in diameter. Some of the smallest beads are missing, along with a few flakes of the putty around the rim. The overall condition and look are very good. This piece was probably made in the 1920's or 30's. The price is $350.00. Inventory Code: TAHA.   Memory jar ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... Closeup of upper rim ... Another closeup of top ... Another overall view ... From above ... From below.
Larger images:   Memory jar ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... Closeup of upper rim ... Another closeup of top ... Another overall view ... From above ... From below.

This is the largest and most outstanding piece of crown of thorns construction we have ever seen. It has five frames, a shelf, and a drawer. The construction is entirely crown of thorns - the only fasteners used are in the drawer and one of the frames. The drawer is notched out to slide into the interlocking pieces. Five sets of carved hearts are worked into the upper part.

It is made from unfinished pine, and stands 7 1/2 feet (90") high by 50" wide by 13" deep; the shelf is 39 1/2" wide. It is quite sturdy and functional - there is no problem with setting even fairly heavy things on the shelf.

This piece was found in Louisville, KY, probably made in that area around the turn of the century, and is in excellent condition. The person who found it, sitting in an attic covered with soot, turned a garden hose on it, and in the process, washed off much of the gesso from the large frame in the center. The resulting mottled surface, (while it looks good in our opinion), is obviously not in its original condition. The only other flaw is a missing drawer pull. We will be carving a replacement to match. There is no damage or loss to the crown of thorns. This is a spectacular and beautiful piece of furniture. The price is $12,500.00. Inventory Code: PKOK.   Front view ... One side ... The other side ... Closeup of carved hearts ... Closeup of top ... Details ... Drawer open, showing notching ... Upper half ... Lower half ... Bottom inside ... With Matt, to show scale.
Larger images:   Front view ... One side ... The other side ... Closeup of carved hearts ... Closeup of top ... Details ... Drawer open, showing notching ... Upper half ... Lower half ... Bottom inside.

Magazine rackA wonderful cream colored, painted, hanging magazine rack. The form is absolutely super. It is from the early 1900's, with nice crazed paint. In excellent condition, it is 12" wide, 24" high, and 7" deep. The construction is well done both from the standpoint of workmanship and artistry. The price is $275.00. Inventory Code: PKAH.   Magazine rack ... Another angle ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... Side view ... The other side ... Back.
Larger images:   Magazine rack ... Another angle ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... Side view ... The other side ... Back.

This is a miniature tramp art doll's cradle. It is simply done, with one end also carved into a heart shape. The color is a brown/purple lacquer prevalent around the turn of the century. Condition is very good, although it does have some tiny white dots which appear to be paint. It is 6 1/2" long, 3" wide, and 3 1/2" high. The price is $140.00. Inventory Code: PTPW. Image.

A tramp art frame with three openings and "spires" rising up from all corners. From the early 1900's, probably from Quebec. 10 1/2" wide by 13" high, with openings 2 1/4" by 3 3/4", in excellent condition. The price is $275.00. Image ... Large image ... Closeup image ... Back ... Back Large.

Oddfellows signThis is a graphic Odd Fellows sign in old dry paints on "Beaver Board", and apparently was made for the centennial of the local lodge, in 1919. It is signed and dated "McClellan-Adv. Agency, McComb, Illinois. Apr.27, 1919". The size is 41 1/2" wide by 25 1/4" high; and it is in very good condition, with just slight wear on some of the edges. There are two mounting holes near the edges. The price is $275.00. Inventory Code: ATWH.   Overall view ... First close-up ... Second close-up ... Larger overall view ... Larger first close-up ... Larger second close-up ... Back ... Larger back

Tramp art pedestal boxThis is a pedestal base tramp art box with two drawers from c. 1900. It is made from cigar boxes, with a slightly crazed varnish finish. There are several cigar box labels visible when the drawers are removed. The size is 9 1/2" high by 11" wide by 6 1/2" deep. One drawer pull is missing, along with a strip from the bottom layer on the back edge, visible in the photos of the lower back. The box has a good form, presence, and surface. The price is $525.00. Inventory Code: TSAC. Tramp art pedestal box ... Another view ... Closeup ... Closeup from above ... Closeup of one side ... One side ... The other side ... From above ... With drawers removed ... Drawers, showing some labels ... Back ... Closeup of lower back ... Bottom.

Larger images:   Tramp art pedestal box ... Another view ... Closeup ... Closeup from above ... Closeup of one side ... One side ... The other side ... From above ... With drawers removed ... Drawers, showing some labels ... Back ... Closeup of lower back ... Bottom.

Primitive tool carrierThis is a hand made primitive tool carrier, very weathered and worn. It has a really good look and feel. It is built from pine boards with an unfinished surface, divided into two compartments inside. There is a handle for carrying, and feet to stand on. From the early 1900's, it is 21 3/4" wide by 9 3/4" deep, and stands 21" high. The condition is sturdy, very worn from use, with an old break at the top on one end. The price is $250.00. Inventory Code: TARA.   Primitive tool carrier ...   Another angle ...   One side ...   The other side ...   End views ...   Closeup ...   Another overall view ...   From above ...   From below.
Larger images:   Primitive tool carrier ...   Another angle ...   One side ...   The other side ...   End views ...   Closeup ...   Another overall view ...   From above ...   From below.

Folky corner shelfThis is a folky wood triangular corner shelf. It is freestanding, 63" high and has five shelves. Each of the shelves has a curved front and folksy scalloped backs. The front legs are nicely tapered. This piece was made from pine, likely in the early 1900's. It has a nice old dark lacquer surface with a little wear from use. The size across the bottom is 14 1/2" along each side, 20" across the shelf, and 14" deep to the center. This piece is in very good and sturdy condition. The price is $285.00. Inventory Code: AKHA.   Folky corner shelf ... Closeup of the top ... Top two shelves ... Middle shelf ... Next to bottom shelf ... Bottom shelf ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of the leg ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... One side of the back ... Other side of the back.
Larger images:   Folky corner shelf ... Closeup of the top ... Top two shelves ... Middle shelf ... Next to bottom shelf ... Bottom shelf ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of the leg ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... One side of the back ... Other side of the back.

Industrial gearHere is a very thick and heavy industrial gear. The surface is dark with wonderful touches of deep blue-green oxidation. It came from a foundry in South Central Georgia. It is old, likely from the early 20th century. This gear is 8" in diameter and 3 1/2" thick. It is in excellent condition. The price is $140.00. Inventory Code: TCRK.   Slideshow of several photos (268k) ... Industrial gear ... One side ... The other side ... Edge on ... Another view ...From above ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images:   Industrial gear ... One side ... The other side ... Edge on ... Another view ...From above ... With a soda can for scale.

John Farleigh block printInternational ArchitectureSurfingHere are several wonderful original Art Deco wood engraving prints done in the 1920's and 30's by John Farleigh. Farleigh was a noted and influential English artist whose work is in several major museums. The pieces available include "View of N. Y. City", "Dynamos", "Steam", "Surfing", "Diamond Head", and the original for the cover of the catalogue to the Centenary Exhibition of the Royal Institute of British Architects, (London, 1934). All are framed and ready to hang. Individual details and photos of all are on our paintings page.

This tramp art clock case is decorated with inset mirrors around the base, pedestal, and sides. It is topped with three carved crosses. "W Koster" is spelled out in wooden cutout letters, inset above the clock with a faded red fabric backing. It is finished in a medium-dark lacquer with painted accents of a well-oxidized gold. The clock runs, but sometimes stops - it probably could use a cleaning. The case is in excellent condition, with no loss and one age split under the center cross. It stands 20" high by 7 1/2" wide by 6" deep. It was made in the early 1900's. The price is $795.00. Inventory Code: AWPW. Image ... Closeup ... Another angle ... A third angle ... One side ... The other side ... From above, lid open showing clock ... Back.    Larger images:   Image ... Closeup ... Another angle ... A third angle ... One side ... The other side ... From above, lid open showing clock ... Back.

Tractor lawn sprinklerA cast iron tractor lawn sprinkler in excellent old original green and red painted condition. The colors are much darker and richer than the photo shows. It is 19" long (with a 36" wand) 9" wide and 8" high. The price is $350.00. Inventory Code: ASOA.   Closeup.

Carved manThis is a primitively carved man with jointed arms and legs, and feet that even swivel from side to side. He has the faint remains of blue paint for pants. The rest of the piece has an unfinished, oxidized surface. He is 7 1/2" high by 2" wide by 1 1/4" deep, from the early 1900's, and found in the Midwest. There is an old repair on one arm, otherwise it is in excellent condition. The price is $210.00. Inventory Code: AAPO. Image ... Larger image ... Another angle ... Larger image.

This is a very finely detailed whimsey carving of a knife, with two balls in a cage in the handle. It is decorated with incised patterns, hearts, and the initials "J" and "W". It is finished with a light lacquer or varnish, and measures 8 1/2" long by approximately 3/4" by 3/4". The condition is excellent, with only one tiny, very old chip missing, which may have happened when the knife was originally carved. It was probably made in the early 1900's. The price is $135.00. Inventory Code: AOKO. Several views ... Closeup of detail.    Larger images:   Several views ... Closeup of detail.

This is a set of approximately 70 hand carved jackstraws. There is a variety of different shapes: no two are quite alike. Two have bent metal pins in the end as hooks for pulling out the selected straw. They are old and well used, with a good patina on their unfinished surfaces, and in a worn, old cardboard box, with the words "Jack's Straws" pencilled in. They range from 1" to about 3 1/4" long, with most 2 3/4" to 3"; probably from the early 1900's, in very good condition. The price is $250.00. Inventory Code: PWSW. Image.

Mounted cultivator wheelsHere are three nice iron cultivator blades with a shape like a spiral galaxy with ten arms. They have some remnants of cream or light tan paint on one side, the rest is a weathered old iron surface. They have been mounted on black metal stands, or could easily be removed for other display. These are very decorative pieces: old, and in good condition. They are priced individually at $110.00 each, with a discount for a group.   Mounted cultivator wheels ... Another angle ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images:   Mounted cultivator wheels ... Another angle ... With a soda can for scale.

Cultivator wheelThe first wheel is 12" in diameter by 1" thick, 16 1/4" high as mounted. The price is $110.00. Inventory Code: PKSP-A.   Cultivator wheel art ... Closeup ... Back view ... Side views ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images:   Cultivator wheel art ... Closeup ... Back view ... Side views ... With a soda can for scale.

Cultivator wheel artThe second wheel is 12" in diameter by 1" thick, 18 1/4" high as mounted. Two arms have small breaks on the extreme tips. The price is $110.00. Inventory Code: PKSP-B.   Cultivator wheel ... Closeup ... Back view ... Side views ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images:   Cultivator wheel ... Closeup ... Back view ... Side views ... With a soda can for scale.

Cultivator wheelThe third wheel has a little more paint than the other two. It is 13" in diameter by 3 1/4" thick at the hub. As mounted, it stands 19 1/4" high. The price is $110.00. Inventory Code: TTSR.   Industrial art ... Closeup ... Back view ... Side views ... From above ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images:   Industrial art ... Closeup ... Back view ... Side views ... From above ... With a soda can for scale.

This whimsey pin is a carved leaf with three dangling baskets carved from peach pits. The baskets are attached with hand made copper wire loops. The leaf is 3 1/2" wide, each basket is about 1" high, and the overall height is 2 1/4". A safety pin is attached to the back for wearing. It is from the early 1900's, has a nice surface and patina, and is in very good condition. The price is: $95.00. Inventory Code: ATCS. Overall view    Back    Another overall view.

Barbed wire wreathHere is an attractive coil or wreath of old zinc barbed wire. It is about 30" in diameter and 4" thick. The wire is a twisted ribbon with points. This is old and in good condition. It is a very large and decorative piece. The price is $275.00. Inventory Code: TSRO.   Barbed wire wreath ... Another view ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... With yardstick for scale.    Larger images:   Barbed wire wreath ... Another view ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... With yardstick for scale.

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