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This is a miniature dresser with great blue/green and cream colors. It is about 13 1/2" wide, 3" deep, and 13" high; and has two small doors which open to reveal little storage compartments. It is made from pine. The paint has taken on a nice old patina. The dresser is in very good condition, with wear in the paint in several places. This decorative piece originally was made about 1930. The mirror has been replaced. The price is $125.00. Inventory Code: AKCW. Miniature dresser ... Another Overall view ... One 3/4 side view ... The other 3/4 side, open ... Above 3/4 view ... Open front view ... A side view ... Back ... Bottom.
Larger images: Miniature dresser ... Another Overall view ... One 3/4 side view ... The other 3/4 side, open ... Above 3/4 view ... Open front view ... A side view ... Back ... Bottom.
This is a very detailed carved and painted wooden desk frame. It is in the form of a house, with a heart under the eaves, patterned shutters, and a small fenced yard. The picture goes in the open window. On the back is painted "Masseille France 1945". It is 10 3/4" high by 11" wide by 2 3/4" deep. The opening is 2 3/4" high by 2" wide. The condition is excellent, with very slight paint loss on two of the fence posts. The price is $135.00. Inventory Code: TSTP. Carved frame ... 3/4 view ... One side ... The other side ... From above ... Closeup of heart ... Closeup of carving and paint detail ... Back view ... Top. Larger images: Carved frame ... 3/4 view ... One side ... The other side ... From above ... Closeup of heart ... Closeup of carving and paint detail ... Back view ... Top.
This is a whimsey carved towel holder. It has a ball and cage at each end, and three freely turning rings. Between the rings are carved the words "The Old Towl Roller, Carved in 1934, Made in 1869". It is carved from a hardwood, possibly walnut, with a varnish finish. The size is 22" long by 1 1/2" in diameter, and is in excellent condition. The price is $185.00. Inventory Code: ATPT. Image ... Closeup ... Another closeup. Larger images: Image ... Closeup ... Another closeup.
Here is a very nice, old, memory jar. It stands 9 1/4" high, has a maximum diameter of 4 1/2" and an opening of 2". The glass vase is decorated with a variety of colorful and interesting objects, including costume jewelry, a watch, buttons, brooch, beads, a horse shoe, little medals, and even a dog tag from New York State dated 1931. Overall it is in extremely good condition with only very minor loss. The price is $325.00. Inventory Code: ATRP. Memory jar ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... Bottom. Larger images: Memory jar ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... Bottom.
This spectacular satin quilt came from an African-American family in Baltimore. It is machine and hand pieced, and minimally quilted, with a light blue cotton back and no batting. From the 1920's/30's, it is 72" square. The condition is excellent, with a very few pieces showing some splitting. The price is $3500.00. Inventory Code: PWCH. Image ... Closeup ... Center section ... Third closeup - much closer ... Fourth closeup. Larger images: Image ... Closeup ... Center section ... Third closeup - much closer ... Fourth closeup.
This is folky and colorful painted wall box. It has nice size and a very good look. This piece was made of plywood with pine sides. The back is cut in the design of flowers, grass, and a tree. The paints have taken on a nice surface over the years. The box has two holes in the back for hanging, or also sits on a shelf. It was probably made around the 1930's or '40's, and is in very good condition. It is about 16" high by 15 1/2" wide by 5 1/4" deep. The price is $225.00. Inventory Code: TWWS. Painted folk art shelf ... Closeup ... From above ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup, one side ... Closeup, other side ... Top view ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images: Painted folk art shelf ... Closeup ... From above ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup, one side ... Closeup, other side ... Top view ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
This is an incredible and very unusual bouquet of "flowers" made from natural burl shapes. These have fantastic forms and detail, and have been mounted with branch stems on a wooden base. They vary slightly in color, and have been finished with a light clear varnish. From NC, the bouquet measures 20 1/4" H by approx. 18" W and 13" D. It is in excellent condition, with very minor wear on the leaf shape, and is old. While the exact age is unknown, it appears to be about 60 to 70 years old. Even the two close-ups don't show the intricacy of these. The price is $1100.00. Inventory Code: ATWR. Image ... Closeup of 1 flower ... Closeup 2 flowers ... From above ... Side view ... The other side ... Back view ... Another view ... A third closeup, from above ... A fourth closeup ... Back view of the top half ... Back view of the bottom half ... View of the top half.
Larger images: Image ... Closeup of 1 flower ... Closeup 2 flowers ... From above ... Side view ... The other side ... Back view ... Another view ... A third closeup, from above ... A fourth closeup ... Back view of the top half ... Back view of the bottom half ... View of the top half.
This is a two-sided, folky painted wood sign for "Dunn Cottages". One side is white, with stenciled black lettering. The other side is green, with wild, primitive, freehand lettering done in silver paint with a wide brush. Two completely different effects in one sign. The paint is strong, and nicely weathered from years of outdoor use. The sign is painted on pine boards, with applied borders on the two ends. It measures 40 1/4" wide, 14 1/4" high, and 2 1/4" thick. There is some old loss around the edges, and a couple of drips of green paint on the white side. The age is 1930's or '40's. The price is $195.00. Inventory Code: TPKW. Green side: Painted cottage sign ... From a side angle ... From the other angle ... Closeup ... From below. White side: Overall view ... Side view ... From the other angle ... From above.
Larger images: Painted cottage sign ... From a side angle ... From the other angle ... Closeup ... From below. White side: Overall view ... Side view ... From the other angle ... From above.
This is a small primitive cabinet made from scrap wood, with nine drawers made from wooden cheese boxes. One drawer is divided into several smaller compartments. It was made in the 1930's, and was painted a muted green. The labels of the Kraft-Phenix Cheese Company are still visible on the sides of the drawers when they are removed. The cabinet is 10 3/4" high by 11 1/4" wide by 12" deep. The condition is very good with very minor paint wear, a few spots of lighter paint, and a few small cracks. The price is $275.00. Inventory Code: TAHK. Cheese box cabinet ... Another angle ... A third view ... Closeup ... With two drawers removed ... Side view ... The other side ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... Closeup of two drawers ... Another drawer ... Back view ... From above ... From below.
Larger images: Cheese box cabinet ... Another angle ... A third view ... Closeup ... With two drawers removed ... Side view ... The other side ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... Closeup of two drawers ... Another drawer ... Back view ... From above ... From below.
This is a rustic table lamp made from found objects. The base of the lamp is made from two round wooden pieces in dark lacquer, and is decorated with stones and nuts. It was found in WI, is in excellent condition, and is probably from the 1930's - 40's. It measures 18" by 8" by 31" high. The price is $75.00. Inventory Code: KSOX. Rustic found objects lamp ... Closeup of base ... Side views ... Back view ... From above ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images: Rustic found objects lamp ... Closeup of base ... Side views ... Back view ... From above ... With a soda can for scale.
This is an interesting and sculptural piece. It is a saw sharpening tool. Likely hand made and one-of-a-kind, it is constructed from what looks like pine and oak. The wheels both turn. One of them also has a slot to adjust the width. A saw blade would be inserted in the bottom piece and the nut tightened to hold it. Then the user would place a file on one of the wheels and a saw tooth. The turning wheel would allow the file easy travel at a consistent angle. Now, while still useable for that purpose, it is much more of a decorative item. It has good color from the red and green paints. Likely made about the 1940's, it has a little wear, but is in excellent condition. The piece is about 21" wide, 8" high and 3" deep. It can be hung from the screw eye on top. The price is $110.00. Inventory Code: THTO. See a Slideshow of several views. [262K]
Saw sharpening tool ... Side view ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... From above ... Back view ... Closeup of back.
Larger images: See a Slideshow of several views. [262K] ... Saw sharpening tool ... Side view ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... From above ... Back view ... Closeup of back.
This is a 5 piece set of rustic decorative table ware items made from cedar. The group includes 2 candle sticks, a round flat serving tray, a square bowl set on 3 legs, and a larger rectangular bowl or tray. The last two might be used for holding some things like fruit, nuts, candy, or snacks.
The pieces probably were made about the 1940's. They are all finished in a clear gloss varnish, and are all generally in very good condition with some minor wear. The largest piece does have a little loss of applied pieces. The bases of items are plywood. On this are applied all sorts of small pieces of cedar, making a variety of designs. The candle sticks are turned from solid cedar and put on a base, while the square bowl sits on 3 legs which are branches of one cedar piece. The round tray is decorated with applied pieces on the top and all around the edges. The price for the group is $275.00. Inventory Code: TCKW. Cedar table ware ... Another view ... From above ... With a soda can for scale. Larger images: Cedar table ware ... Another view ... From above ... With a soda can for scale.
Round serving tray: 11 1/2" across by 1 " high. Cedar inlaid tray ... Side view ... Back. Larger images: Cedar inlaid tray ... Side view ... Back.
Candle sticks: each about 7" tall on a base which is about 4 3/4" in diameter. Cedar candlesticks ... Another view. Larger images: Cedar candlesticks ... Another view.
Square candy or nut dish: Decorated with old brass tacks that make a "J", it is about 9 1/2" square on top and has 4 smaller layers inside. It is about 6 1/4" high. Cedar dish ... Another view ... From above ... Closeup of base. Larger images: Cedar dish ... Another view ... From above ... Closeup of base.
Rectangular serving tray or dish. This has 5 layers inside. The overall size is about 15 1/4" by 12 1//4" by 2 3/4" high. Cedar serving tray ... One side ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... From below.
Larger images: Cedar serving tray ... One side ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... From below.
This is a very folky, out of perspective relief carving of a man, holding a guitar (or is it a gun?), sitting in a chair. The chair seems to float in midair. It is carved, base and all, from a single piece of pine, and painted. The free-standing shape may have been made as a bookend, or just so it would sit on a shelf. C. 1930's, it is 7 1/4" high by 3 1/2" wide by 2 1/2" deep. A small age split in the base does not detract, otherwise it is in very good condition. The price is $225.00. Inventory Code: ASSO. Folky relief carving ... Side views ... Closeup ... Closeup of the base ... Back ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images: Folky relief carving ... Side views ... Closeup ... Closeup of the base ... Back ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
This folky and unusual hand made double game wheel has colorful painted details. It stands 20" tall, on a base that is 14" by 18 1/4", which makes it small enough to be easily displayed and large enough to be an eye-catcher. One of the wheels is 9 1/2" in diameter, the other is 10". It was probably made in the 1920's or 30's, and is in very good condition. The price is $450.00. Inventory Code: AATT. Double game wheel ... Closeup of upper half ... From above Larger images: Double game wheel ... Closeup of upper half ... From above.
This is an old, rustic twig stand, with a great look and surface. It was likely made in the 1930's or earlier of hickory or a similar hardwood, with a plywood and pine top. The bark is still on, although a few slivers are curling. The stand is 27 1/4" high, 31" wide, and 15" deep. It is in excellent, sturdy condition. On the back, a bend section of one piece is missing. The surface is unfinished and the color is a rich medium brown. The price is $375.00. Inventory Code: AKTR. Twig stand ... 3/4 view ... 3/4 view, other side ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... One end ... The other end ... End view, from above ... Back view ... From above.
Larger images: Twig stand ... 3/4 view ... 3/4 view, other side ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... One end ... The other end ... End view, from above ... Back view ... From above.
This is a folky and historical relief carved trophy made from coal. It is 4" wide, 3 3/4" high, and 2" deep. The highly polished surface has the writing "First Aid Contest Kingston, Pa." and the date 1942. The symbols include the keystone for Pennsylvania, the V for victory, and the cross for the Red Cross. It is in excellent condition. The price is $95.00. Inventory Code: ACTP. Overall view ... Back view ... Bottom view. Larger images: Overall view ... Back view
A nice wooden horse weathervane in weathered gray and black paint on both sides. An old spark plug was added to the front of the arrow to make it balance. It is 44 1/2" long by 16" high. The horse is cut from 1/2" plywood; the arrow is solid wood 1 1/2" thick. There is a metal plate with a hole for the pivot underneath. From Indiana, c. 1940's, it is in very good condition with a few very minor chips. The price is $295.00. Inventory Code: ASHS. Horse weathervane ... The other side ... Closeup of the horse ... Closeup of the horse, other side ... Closeup of the arrow and sparkplug ... Closeup of the arrow, other side ... From above ... From below.
Larger images: Horse weathervane ... The other side ... Closeup of the horse ... Closeup of the horse, other side ... Closeup of the arrow and sparkplug ... Closeup of the arrow, other side ... From above ... From below.
This is a hickory planter with great form, surface, and age. It is all original, in excellent sturdy condition. The planter is 37" wide, 30 1/2" high to the top of the handles, and 13 1/2" deep. It is finished in a dark varnish which has aged nicely; and is well decorated with split and bent pieces. There is a small area on both of the long surfaces which seem to have been made as frames. Although they may have been done simply for decorative aspects, they certainly can be used to hold a small picture. The planter was probably made in the 1930's or 40's - although it could be earlier. The price is $795.00. Inventory Code: AHAT. Image ... View 2. Larger images: Image ... View 2.
This is a rustic and primitive fisherman's holding box. It came from Maine and was apparently used for many years. The catch would be put here and the box put in the water, held to the boat by the long metal chain. Now, as a decorative and unusual storage box, it could hold newspapers, magazines, or general items - inserted through the hinged opening in the back. The box is made from pine, with old iron reinforcing corners and strap hinges. It was painted white, likely over black paint or sealer. The box is in good sturdy condition with no rot or soft spots. Obviously used, the white paint is worn, splotchy, and shows some of black. The surface shows in the photos. This box was likely made between the 1920's and 40's. It is about 23 1/2" high by 12 1/4" wide by 9" deep. The price is $125.00. Inventory Code: TARO. See a slideshow of several views [402k]
Primitive fishing box ... Two more angles ... Front view ... Back view ... Side views ... Closeup ... Closeup, other side ... Closeup of top ... With lid open ... Closeup of opening ... Another overall view ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images: Primitive fishing box ... Two more angles ... Front view ... Back view ... Side views ... Closeup ... Closeup, other side ... Closeup of top ... With lid open ... Closeup of opening ... Another overall view ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Here are three carved wood heads. They are all exceptionally well done with very fine detail. Who these people are is unknown. Our sense is that they represent Jesus and the two thieves. The heads are each only about 2" tall. When you look at the close-up photos it will be obvious how detailed the carving is. These have then been painted. There is a note that came with these that the carvings were done by a Florida carver. They are likely from the 1930's or earlier and are mounted on a newer base. The overall size of the assemblage is 6 5/8" wide by 3 1/2" high by 1 3/4" deep. They are in excellent condition. The price is $425.00. Inventory Code: TWAR. See a slideshow of several views [236k]
Three carved heads ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... From above ... With a soda can for scale ... 360 degree video [10.4Mb].
Larger images: Three carved heads ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... From above ... With a soda can for scale ... 360 degree video [10.4Mb].
This is a intricate and detailed assemblage of a crucifixion scene. It is all under a glass dome. This is the smallest and most delicate example we have come across. It has some history written in German on the bottom, with the name of the maker, place (West Bend, Iowa), and date (193?). This assemblage includes all the symbolic objects, a Jesus on the cross, a woman below, and a third person. It even has carved flowers on the bottom. This piece fills the dome, which is about 4" high, 2 1/2" wide, and 1 1/2" deep. It is in almost perfect condition; however the standing person is loose. The price is $175.00. Inventory Code: AKOO. Crucifix ... Back view ... One side ... The other side ... Writing on bottom. Larger images: Crucifix ... Back view ... One side ... The other side ... Writing on bottom.
This is square plant stand with a bottom shelf. It has a sculptural look. Made out of wood strips, with some running on the diagonal. It is in very good condition, and has an old dark red paint over an older green. It is 10 1/4" square and 24" high. From around the 1930's. The price is $160.00. Inventory Code: ASHH. Image ... 2nd Image ... Large 2nd image.
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