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This is an old, galvanized metal finial. It has the original white paint, and is very rusty (sturdy, not crumbling) with a couple of bullet holes. This funky piece is about 9" high and 4" along each side of the base. The ball on top is about 2 1/2" in diameter. It is likely from about the 1940's or earlier, and is an interesting, decorative object. The price is $45.00. Inventory Code: TSKA. Funky metal finial ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... From above ... From below. Larger images: Funky metal finial ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... From above ... From below.
Here is an old, cast iron architectural piece of wisteria vines with leaves and flowers. It could have been used as a support or simply as a decorative accent, as it has very good form. It is highly detailed on both sides and was used outdoors. This piece was probably made in the early 1900's and has the original paint. It is about 20" long by 13" high, and 1" deep. The price is $150.00. Inventory Code: TSRK. Decorative cast iron ... The other side ... Closeup of leaves ... Closeup of flowers ... Closeup, other side ... From an angle ... From another angle. Larger images: Decorative cast iron ... The other side ... Closeup of leaves ... Closeup of flowers ... Closeup, other side ... From an angle ... From another angle.
This is a very folky one-of-a-kind rooster weathervane made from galvanized sheet metal. The rooster was hand cut from two pieces and put together. It then was bolted with supports to part of a ventilator from a silo or barn, which had a shaft with a hole put inside so the entire piece could rotate in the wind. The word "Rock" is painted on one side of the tail in subtle, silver-gray paint. This unusual piece came from the Midwest, likely Iowa, and was probably made in the 1940's or 50's. Being metal, there is some little rust, oxidation, and outside wear, but it is in generally very good condition. The body of the rooster is 23" long by 19" high. As mounted, it is 26 1/2" long by 28 1/4" high by 13 1/2" wide. We still have the ventilator, and it can be easily reassembled if you prefer it mounted that way. The price is $475.00. Inventory Code: AKOT. See a slideshow of several views [518k]
Metal rooster ... The other side ... Another angle ... Closeup ... Closeup, other side ... Closeup of head ... Closeup of tail, with "Rock" ... Closeup of body ... Closeup of head, other side ... Tail, other side ... Body, other side ... Front and back views ... Closeup from the front ... Closeup of the base ... Mounted on the ventilator ... Front view, on ventilator ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images: Metal rooster ... The other side ... Another angle ... Closeup ... Closeup, other side ... Closeup of head ... Closeup of tail, with "Rock" ... Closeup of body ... Closeup of head, other side ... Tail, other side ... Body, other side ... Front and back views ... Closeup from the front ... Closeup of the base ... Mounted on the ventilator ... Front view, on ventilator ... With a soda can for scale.
This is an old wooden gate with a wonderful weatherbeaten, rustic country look. It has a great surface and feeling of age, with nice old weathered hardware. The gate itself stands 43" high by 24" wide by 2" deep. With the support piece it is hinged to, the overall size is 49 1/2" high, 28 1/2" wide, 2" deep. It is from the early 20th century. This is a good visual piece for hanging or display, and can also function as a working door, either swinging or fixed. The price is $235.00. Inventory Code: AKHK. Wood gate ... Another angle ... The other side ... Another view ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Closeup of the other side ... Second closeup of the other side. Larger images: Wood gate ... Another angle ... The other side ... Another view ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Closeup of the other side ... Second closeup of the other side.
Here are two cast iron snow eagles. They came from Pennsylvania and were probably made in the early 1900's. Each of the eagles stand 5" high and has a wingspan of 6 1/4" inches. Their bodies are 1" deep and the base is 2 3/4" deep. They are all in excellent condition, with a nice surface from age and use. These were attached to the edge of a roof to catch snow and ice. They are priced $75.00 each. Inventory Code: ARHT. One bird ... Both ... 3/4 view ... One side ... The other side ... Back. Larger images: One bird ... Both ... 3/4 view ... One side ... The other side ... Back.
Here are two large cast iron star tie-ins. They both still have the original metal support rods, so they are now free-standing (although could be removed from the bars). The stars are 9 1/2" across by 1" thick; and the rods are 24" long. They have a good look and a dark, oxidized surface with some some traces of old black paint. The condition is excellent with some old, rough surfaced rust. The price is $225.00 each. Inventory Codes: AOAC, AOAH. Front ... 2nd view ... 3rd view ... 4th view ... As if it is removed ... One alone.
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A very sculptural looking old window, 24 3/4" by 31 1/2" high. Old white paint on one side and green on the other. It is very sturdy, in good overall condition, missing 2 rectangular panes of glass. Early 1900's. The price is $150.00. Inventory Code: ASWP. Image.
This is a very decorative wrought iron window grill with a design of linked hearts. It was made c. 1900, and is in very good condition, with weathered, cream colored paint. It is 13" high by 24 1/2" wide. The price is $195.00. Inventory Code: TPRK. Wrought iron window grill ... The other side ... Another view ... Closeup ... Closeup, the other side ... From above ... Side view.
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A large decorative cast iron finial, in weathered silver paint. It is strong visually. An old piece, probably early 1900's, and is 23" high by 9" in diameter, in excellent condition. The price is $250.00. Inventory Code: PKKK. Image.
These four cast iron snowbirds have an unusual, tulip-shaped form and are pierced "S & S". The surface is unfinished, weathered almost to black. They are from Pennsylvania, made in the 1800's, in excellent condition. Each is about 12" long by 6 1/4" wide by 4 1/2" high. The price is $95.00 each, with a discount for two or more. Inventory Code: AWTR. Front view of one ... Another angle ... A third angle ... All four ... Back view ... From above ... Side view ... From below.
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These two cast iron snowbirds have unusual, attractive forms. They are unpainted, with a dark, oxidized surface, and are in excellent condition. Made in the late 1800's, they are each 11" long by 5 1/4" high by 6 3/4" wide. The price is $75.00 each. Inventory Code: APKW. Both ... Another view of both ... Front view of one ... Side view of one. Larger images: Front view ... Side view.
This is a good looking, detailed cast iron finial. From St. Louis, probably late 1800's, it is an extremely nice decorative piece. It has an old, dark, oxidized surface and is mounted on a painted wooden base. It is 17" tall and 5 1/2" across; in excellent condition. The price is $250.00. Inventory Code: ASRC. Cast iron finial ... Closeup of top ... Closeup of bottom ... Overall, second side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... From above ... From below.
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This is a pair of old wood wall pockets or sconces. They are made from pine and painted a dark red/orange which has aged with weather. They were likely used in a garden as plant holders. Because of being used outdoors age is difficult to determine. They could be as old as from the 1920's or 30's. These pieces were originally either part of a larger construction or attached to something like a fence, as there are nail holes and a matching unpainted area on the back of both. They are very attractive and functional and could be used either inside or out. Each is about 22" high, 12 1/2" wide, and 6" deep. The paint is solid, not flaking. The price for the pair is $175.00. Inventory Code: TTCT. Painted wall pockets ... Side view ... The other side ... One, from above ... Back of one ... One, from below.
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This is a pair of old cast iron gate caps or finials. They are molded with octagonal bases with set screws to attach them. The tops are like fleur-de-lis. These pieces are in very good condition with some normal rust from outdoor use. They were painted silver which has aged to a nice surface. Each finial is 8" high. The base is about 5" across. They are probably from the late 1800's to the 1920's. The price for the pair is $150.00. Inventory Code: TTPA. Iron gate caps ... The other side ... Another angle ... From above ... From below.
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"Cover", a wood engraving print by the English artist John Farleigh. This image was used as the front cover of the catalogue to the Centenary Exhibition of the Royal Institute of British Architects, (London, 1934). Signed and dated 1934. The image size is approximately 7 1/2" by 5 1/2". The frame is 16 1/4" by 12 3/4" overall. The price is $500.00. Inventory Code: TCAT. This is one of several works available by this artist. "International Architecture" by John Farleigh ... Overall, with frame ... Closeup of detail.
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Here are seven cast iron fence finials from the early 1900's. They have a rounded form with a peak on top, similar to onion domes. Each is 6 1/2" high by 3" in diameter, in very good condition, with varying amounts of weathered silver paint. Several have the mounting bolts, which could be removed if desired. They are $25.00 apiece. Inventory Code: TPWK. Cast iron finials ... Another view ... Closeup of three ... Closeup, other side ... Closeup of two others ... Another view of all ... A different angle ... From above ... From below.
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This is a very folky, primitive old finial post. It is wood, eight sided at the base and top, and carved to a taper in the middle. It is topped with a heavy iron post and a hand formed sheet metal cap. The entire piece is heavily weathered, with remnants of dark red paint on the wood. The metal portions have a dark oxidized surface with remnants of dark red and brown paint. It was probably made in the 1800's or very early 1900's. It has been mounted on a black wooden base. The finial is 34 3/4" high by 5" by 5" at the base; as mounted it stands 37" high by 9 3/4" by 9 3/4". The condition is very weathered, with age cracks, but strong and sturdy - very good for display. There are a few very small brighter scratches on the metal cap. The price is $375.00. Inventory Code: TCWR-B. Folky primitive finial ... More views ... Closeups of the top ... Two closeups of the lower part ... Two more closeups of the bottom ... Closeup of the top from above.
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Here is a series of 5 old painted wood panels, each decorated with applied red diamonds and a white cross. Found in KY or Southern Indiana they reportedly were used in a personal folk/religious environment. Each of the panels is made from pine. They are 64" high by 9 1/4" wide and 1 1/2" deep and are in generally good condition, with no rotting. Originally the base boards were all painted a strong green. Over the years that has weathered and much of that green has flaked off, leaving the boards with a variation in color, and an overall green color. The white and red of the diamonds and crosses are still strong and colorful. These likely were made in the 1940's or 50's. They are priced at $175.00 each, or $750.00 for all five. Inventory Code: TCWA. Decorated cross panels ... Closeup ... Side view ... The other side ... Another closeup ... Closeup, upper left ... Closeup, upper right ... Closer photo, upper middle ... Closeup, crosses right ... Closeup, crosses left ... Closer photo, middle cross ... Closeup, lower, from side ... Closeup, bottom middle ... Closeup, upper, from side ... Closeup, crosses from side ... Back ... Side views, from back ... Closeup of the back ... Another closeup of the back ... With a yardstick and soda can for scale.
Larger images: Decorated cross panels ... Closeup ... Side view ... The other side ... Another closeup ... Closeup, upper left ... Closeup, upper right ... Closer photo, upper middle ... Closeup, crosses right ... Closeup, crosses left ... Closer photo, middle cross ... Closeup, lower, from side ... Closeup, bottom middle ... Closeup, upper, from side ... Closeup, crosses from side ... Back ... Side views, from back ... Closeup of the back ... Another closeup of the back ... With a yardstick and soda can for scale.
This is a pair of two decorative old cast iron window grates. They are both the same size: 33" long by 18 1/4" high and 1 1/4" deep. These are old pieces, likely from the early 1900's or late 1800's. They each have a very good look and a great surface. They are painted in a red which has weathered and become muted over time. The backs are red and gray. These functional pieces have decoration of spears on the inside and top as well as a row of filigreed iron. Each of the grates is missing some filigree and one has a slight bend to a vertical bar as well as the loss of one spear. There is some slight wear and loss of paint as would be expected from years of outdoor use. On the bottom of these grates someone apparently added some home-made copper to act as either clips or hinges. These could easily be removed, but do add an interesting little touch. They are priced at $140.00 each, with a discount for the pair. Inventory Code: TTAS. Decorative window grate ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of top ... Another closeup of top ... Closeup of bottom ... The other side ... Closeup, other side ... Second closeup, other side ... With a soda can for scale.
The other grate: Image ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... The other side.
Larger images: Decorative window grate ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of top ... Another closeup of top ... Closeup of bottom ... The other side ... Closeup, other side ... Second closeup, other side ... With a soda can for scale.
The other grate: Image ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... The other side.
This is a massive industrial brass valve. It has a wonderful decorative and sculptural look and feel. This piece was likely made in the early 1900's. It has a great oxidized surface and color, and still retains some of the original paint, which may have been yellow but now is much darker. The valve handle is a dark rust. This piece was connected to a very large pipe. The opening of the threaded areas is over 2" in diameter. The valve itself stands about 9 1/2" high. It is 3 1/2" wide and deep. On the new base and support it is about 12" high by 6 1/2" wide by 6" deep. The handle and shaft still turns a little, but the valve does not open. Otherwise it is in very good, old, used condition. The price is $125.00. Inventory Code: THSR. Large metal valve ... The other side ... Two more angles ... Two end views ... From above ... Two closeups ... Two more closeups ... Another view from above ... Another overall view ... With a soda can for scale.
Larger images: Large metal valve ... The other side ... Two more angles ... Two end views ... From above ... Two closeups ... Two more closeups ... Another view from above ... Another overall view ... With a soda can for scale.
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