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This is a primitive, make-do scoop for grain, animal feed, etc. It was hand made from part of a metal sign, with a wooden back and hand carved wood handle. The metal has worn yellow, gold, red, and black paint. The handle has a nice smooth patina from use. It is 15" long by 7 1/4" wide by 2 1/2" deep, in good, sturdy, used condition with appropriate paint wear and light rust. It was made in the first half of the 20th century. The price is $135.00. Inventory Code: CSST. 
See a slideshow of several views [535k] ... Home made grain scoop ... Back views ... Another view ... Side views ... Sides, from back ... Closeup of handle ... Closeup inside ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Home made grain scoop ... Back views ... Another view ... Side views ... Sides, from back ... With a soda can for scale.
Here is a nice old hand painted metal sign. "Fresh Eggs" was probably used in a little farm stand, and looks great in the kitchen. This fairly thick black and white metal sign also has a heavy wire hanger. It likely was done about the 1940's and is in good, strong condition with typical wear. It is 11" wide by 8 1/2" high plus the hanger wire. The price is $125.00. Inventory Code: TRSW. "Fresh Eggs" sign ... Side view ... From below ... Back view ... With a soda can for scale.
Here are three extraordinary cast iron figures. Each conveys a strong sense of personality and movement. The faces were hand formed and vary from one to another. These figures date from the 19th century, were found in Tennessee, and have dark, oxidized, weathered surfaces. The backs are open and partly filled with concrete. They may have originally been architectural pieces or supports for a garden urn. They have been mounted on metal bases. Each stands about 12" high by 4 3/4" wide by 4" deep. The bases are each about 7" square. They are priced individually below. Inventory Code: TKRR. See a slideshow of several views [714k] ... Three cast iron figures ... Another angle ... A third view ... From above ... Another view from above ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Three cast iron figures ... Another angle ... A third view ... From above ... Another view from above ... With a soda can for scale.
The first figure is in excellent condition. The price is $850.00. Inventory Code: TKKS. Closeup ... With a soda can for scale ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup of the back.
Some much larger photos: Closeup ... With a soda can for scale ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup of the back.
The second figure has an old break on the left arm. The price is $800.00. Inventory Code: TKRR. Closeup ... With a soda can for scale ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... From below.
Some much larger photos: Closeup ... With a soda can for scale ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup of back.
The third figure has an old break across the top of the head and one arm. The price is $750.00. Inventory Code: TKRK. Closeup ... With a soda can for scale ... Another angle ... Side views ... Back views ... From above ... Another closeup.
Some much larger photos: Closeup ... With a soda can for scale ... Another angle ... Side views ... Back views ... From above ... Another closeup.
Here are four old industrial wire whips that were probably used in bakeries. All are sturdy and have nice sculptural forms. They can be used for decoration, hanging, mounted on bases; or can be easily wired as lamps as all are made with holes through the base already. The ages are a bit difficult to tell, but all are old, from the latter half of the 20th century or earlier. They are in very good, used condition. There are individual descriptions and photos below. Four large industrial whips ... From above ... With a soda can for scale.
Here is a sheet of the original printed metal Spam cans before they were cut out and formed. There are 30 cans on which are printed six delicious recipes, including "Polynesian Spam". A slight printing defect in one can is probably why this sheet was never used. The sheet is mounted in a metal frame which is about 34 1/4" high by 33 3/4" wide. There are some slight surface scratches and a minor denting in one area. It is old; we are not sure of the exact age, but are sure that this is a wonderful visual piece. The price is $525.00. Inventory Code: TCOR. "Spam" art ... Closeup, upper left ... Closeup, upper right ... Closeup, lower right ... Closeup, lower left ... Extreme closeup ... Another very close view ... Third very close view ... Closeup of printing flaw ... Side view ... The other side ... Back.
This is an old iron trade sign for a blacksmith shop. It was made and forged, using a variety of horse shoes, welded around a much larger stylized horse shoe. This encloses a cut and hammered anvil and blacksmith's hammer. The piece is about 28 1/2" high by 25 1/2" wide. It is in excellent condition, and has developed an old dark rich surface, which is highly desirable and reflects many years of outdoor use. There are a few small old paint drips, mostly on the back. It was probably made in the mid to late 1800's. The price is $2500.00. Inventory Code: TROC. See a slideshow of several views [482k] ... 19th c. blacksmith's trade sign ... Closeup of top ... Closeup of anvil and hammer ... Closeup of bottom ... Closer view of top ... Side view ... The other side ... Back view ... Closeup of the back.
This is a metal chair made from objects found around the farm. The seat is a large pitchfork, the back is a disk from a cultivator. There are three horseshoes worked in, along with chain and other machine or wagon parts. While it has rockers and does rock, the tendency is to sit still on the rear stops. It has very nice old black and yellow paint. The chair measures 29" high by 21" wide by 28" deep. It is in very good, useable condition with minor paint wear, from the 1930's or 40's. There is a stool below by the same maker. The price is $675.00. Inventory Code: TPHH. Metal found object chair ... Front view ... One side ... The other side ... Closeup of back and seat ... Closeup of lower front ... Closeup, one side ... Closeup, other side ... Another overall view ... Back view ... From above.
This metal stool made from found objects came from the same maker as the chair above. The seat is a disk from a cultivator, similar to the back of the chair. It stands 18 1/4" high by 17 1/2" wide by 14 3/4" deep. The surface is a worn old green and white paint. It is in very good, useable condition, from the 1930's or 40's. The price is $150.00. Inventory Code: TPHW. Metal found object stool ... Back view ... Side view ... The other side ... Another overall view ... Closeup of legs ... From above ... From below.
Here are two decorative industrial cast iron pieces with good look and form. We were told they were watering lids for cows. They have a very dark oxidized surface. One has a brighter spot on the bracket from an old repair. Each one measures 8" by 7" by 1 1/4" deep. The price is $95.00 for pair. Inventory Code: TKOH. See a slideshow of several views [406k] ... Cast iron livestock watering lids ... From above ... From below ... Side views ... Back of one ... Back of the other ... Closeup ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Cast iron livestock watering lids ... Back of one ... Back of the other.
This is the cast iron mechanism from an industrial butter or ice cream churn with a wonderful, sculptural look. The large size gives it an impressive presence. It has a dark, rich, oxidized surface with small traces of green. It is formed in two pieces that fit firmly together as a free-standing object. The pieces also look good individually, hung on a wall or displayed on a shelf. The base has gear teeth and two glass windows, and is embossed "Made In USA". Assembled, it stands 28" high by 11 1/2" in diameter. It is probably from the early 1900's, and is in excellent display condition. The price is $425.00. Inventory Code: CSSC. See a slideshow of several views [470k] ... Cast iron churn ... Another view ... Two more angles ... 3 views of the other side ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... From above ... The two sections separated ... The upper half ... The base ... The base, from below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Cast iron churn ... Another view ... Two more angles ... 3 views of the other side ... Closeup.
This smiling muffler man is a wonderful piece of found object art. He is fully three-dimensional, wearing a metal cap and belt, with lug nut buttons. He was made by the owner of a muffler shop in northwestern Georgia in the late 20th century, and mounted out front. The clever use of materials, his happy expression, and sense of movement make us smile. He is a nice size, standing 51 1/4" tall by 27 1/2" wide by 11" deep. This can be shipped by FedEx. The condition is sturdy and excellent, with minor weathering from outdoor use. There is a rough, bright spot on the back of the left foot, where he was cut loose from the post he was welded to at the shop. The price is $1100.00. Inventory Code: TRAW. See a slideshow of several views [535k] ... Muffler man ... Closeup of head ... Another closeup ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup ... Closer view of head ... Side view of head ... Back of head ... From above ... Back of head, from above ... Closeup of body ... Another closeup of the body ... Back view of the body ... One hand ... The other hand ... Closeup of feet ... Feet, from front ... Back of feet ... On site at the muffler shop ... Cutting him loose ... With a yardstick for scale.
This is an old, wrought iron utilitarian item from about 1900. We are not sure if it was used as a boot scraper or in a fireplace as a spoon rest. Either way, it is a very decorative, folky, and interesting piece. This was constructed of several pieces which were cut, bent, and welded together. It is 8" by 8" by 8" and in sturdy, oxidized condition. The price is $175.00. Inventory Code: TAHW. Wrought iron ... Another view ... One end ... The other end ... Side view ... The other side ... From above ... From below ... Another overall view.
Here are two interesting and decorative collapsible anchors. This is the smaller one and measures only 7" by 2" by 2" when folded. Opened, including the hanging ring it is 8 1/2" long, while the four flukes extend to 7" across. It is made from galvanized iron. It is not too old, but obviously used, with a nice surface. The price is $95.00. Inventory Code: TTPK. Anchor ... Another view ... A third angle ... From above ... From below ... Folded up ... With the second anchor, below.
This is the second of two anchors. It also has an interesting form. This one is older, possibly from the 1950's. It also was made from galvanized iron and has a nice, old, worn surface. Both arms and the two flukes fold; reducing the size to only 17" by 2" by 3". Opened, with the hanging ring it is about 19" by 14" by 17". The price is $95.00. Inventory Code: TTPR. Anchor ... Another view ... A third angle ... Closeup ... From above ... From below ... Side view ... Folded up ... With the second anchor, above.
This is a double handled bottle cap basket, with good form, size, and age. Many of the caps still retain good color, while others have varying degrees of old, darker oxidation covering some of the surface. The caps are cork lined and have come from a variety of sources, including many old Pepsi and Nehi ones, as well as from other sodas. The basket is sturdy and very well built. The bottom is a large metal can lid. This piece is in old excellent condition. It is about 8" high by 11" across the handles and 6 1/4" in diameter at the base. It was probably made around the 1950s. The price is $245.00. Inventory Code: TKOR. See a slideshow of several views [423k] ... Bottle cap basket ... The other side ... Closeup ... Closeup from below, showing cork ... Another overall view ... Side view ... The other side ... From above ... Top view ... Closeup from above ... Another angle ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
This is a pair of old cultivator wheels mounted on bases. They have a very decorative form, unlike many that we see. One has remnants of red paint. Each of the wheels has 12 curved arms and is about 16" in diameter. The 6 holed hub is about 3" deep. On newer bases, they stand 23 and 24 1/2 inches high. Judging from the wear and patina of the metal, these pieces seem to be fairly early - perhaps as early as the 1920's. The one with red has some numbers and letters imprinted on the front. These are both in very good, used and weathered condition. We feel they have a wonderful and decorative look. They are priced at $125.00 each, or $225.00 for the pair. Inventory Code: TTSA. Cast iron cultivator wheels ... Another angle ... Side views ... Back view ... Another view ... Left wheel, closeup front ... Left wheel, closeup back ... Left wheel, closeups from sides ... Right wheel, closeup front ... Right wheel, closeup back ... Right wheel, closeup from side ... Both, with a soda can for scale.
An extraordinary Metal man, about 4 feet high and 39" wide, made from found objects, including chains, fuel pump for heart, distributor, springs, reflectors, gears, and more. He was a mailbox holder. This sculpture came from New Hampshire, and was made in the 1950's. It is in excellent, older condition, with beautiful old polychrome paint. The price is $3,500.00. Inventory code: ASRP. Image ... Closeup of head ... Back view ... Closeup of body ... Closeup of arms and legs ... Closeup of head and upper torso.
This is an unusual and decorative pinball game with good graphics, called "Spot Shot". A marble or metal ball bearing would be launched by the thumb lever and go around the drum landing in one of the holes. The game is probably from the 1940's or 50's and is in good condition with normal wear and scratching to the blue and white paint. It is almost 13" long by 2 5/8" wide. The round section is about 5" in diameter. The price is $125.00. Inventory Code: TOOS. Metal "Spot Shot" game ... Another view ... From above ... Side view ... The other side ... End view ... The other end ... From below ... Another overall view ... With a soda can for scale.
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This is a Victorian, cast iron, garden flower holder. It has a great surface of two shades of green paint, together with old rust. This piece is in excellent, old, used condition. It is 9 1/2" long including the stem, and about 5 1/2 across the opening. The two colors of green come from an old overpainting. Inventory Code: TSKT. Cast iron plant holder ... Closeup of surface ... Another angle ... Third angle ... From partly above ... Another side ... Third side view ... From below ... Top view ... Bottom view.
Here 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.
Here is a pair of decorative industrial metal panels with strong graphic look and good size. These are the sheet steel that was left over after a series of parts were cut out. Each is 48 1/4" by 24" by 1/8" thick. They are in very good, as found condition, with slight surface irregularities, very slight surface rust, and somewhat sharp edges. One is just a little warped, the other is flat. They are ready to hang on a wall, or would would look great as a room divider or over a window. They are priced at $175.00 each. Inventory Code: CPHR. See a slideshow of several views [370k] ... Decorative industrial metal panel ... The other side ... Closeup ... The second panel ... The other side ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... Side view of both ... Both, with a yardstick for scale.
Some much larger photos: Decorative industrial metal panel ... Closeup ... The second panel ... The other side ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... Side view of both.
This is an old, large cast iron wheel which was used to turn a valve. A very decorative piece, it has an inner serpentine construction. This valve wheel was likely made in the late 1800's or early 1900's. It is 23" in diameter with a depth of 2 1/2" in the center at the hub. The rim is about 1 1/4" thick. This piece has a threaded hole in the center for a large bolt to go which would lock the wheel to a shaft. The outer rim has 9 holes drilled part way into it, which would provide finger grips. It is in excellent, old condition, with a nice dark unfinished surface and touches of old white paint. The price is $225.00. Inventory Code: TWTC. Iron wheel ... The other side ... Side views ... Closeup of the center ... Closeup of the finger grips ... Closeup from one side ... From above ... Another closeup of the center ... With a soda can for scale.
Here are two old cast iron bog shoes. They are almost identical, but one is slightly thicker around the rim. These shoes were worn by horses to spread the weight while working in boggy areas of the woods, usually for logging. Both shoes have the same face like form and both have the same patent date of June 7, 1904. The shoes are in very good old condition with a dark patinated surface from years outdoors. They are about 11" long by 10" wide. The attachment arms pivot, so for display, can be set as many different forms. They are priced at $250.00 each, with a discount for the pair. Inventory Code: TWAA. See a slideshow of several views [338k] ... Cast iron bog shoes ... From above ... One bog shoe ... The other side ... Closeup ... Another angle ... With a soda can for scale ... The other bog shoe ... Another view ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup ... With a soda can for scale.
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.
This is a metal sign. "Danger Men Working In Trees" is painted on fairly heavy sheet steel. This is inserted in a strong steel frame that was painted black. The legs have two feet formed into the outer frame and two more attached to a center section that swivels. So this double-sided sign either can be hung or stand on its own. The frame is about 24" high by 18 1/2" wide by 2" deep. It has some dark old rust showing through some of the black paint. This sign was probably made about the 1940s or 1950s and overall is in very good condition. The price is $265.00. Inventory Code: TRTW. See a slideshow of several views [385k] ... Metal Danger sign ... The other side, with a soda can for scale ... Closeup ... Closeup of top ... Closeup of base ... Side views ... Folded up ... Side view, folded ... From below.
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