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This is an extraordinary, complex bottle whimsey. This assemblage contains a scene in which a three-dimensional sailor is holding a bottle whimsey of a ship he apparently has made. This is actually another tiny, real bottle whimsey, about 1 1/2" long, which contains a rigged, three masted schooner with two jibs. On the table are several tools, plans for the whimsey, a ruler and square. A parrot is on a stand by the sailor's shoulder. There is a mouse on the floor, a seagull flying and a cat next to the sailor. The opening of the bottle is stopped with a cork on which is a drawing and signature, and then topped with a hand braided cord and a wood carving of the same sailor who is inside the bottle. It is all painted, carved in detail, and in excellent sturdy condition. The overall height of this assemblage is 12 1/2". It is constructed in a 1.5 liter wine bottle which is about 6 1/2" long by 4" wide and 9 3/4" high, and is signed and dated 1987. Please note that the bottle is very clear but photos show it with much more color than it has. The price is $1400.00. Inventory Code: TTCH. Bottle whimsy ... Closeup of details ... The other side ... Front ... Another overall view ... From behind ... Back ... From above ... From below.
More closeups: From the other side ... Extreme closeup of the inner bottle ... From behind ... From back.
The stopper, with drawings and seagull: From the front ... One side ... The other side ... Back.
Larger images: Bottle whimsy ... Closeup of details ... The other side ... Front ... Another overall view ... From behind ... Back ... From above ... From below.
More closeups: From the other side ... Extreme closeup of the inner bottle ... From behind ... From back.
The stopper, with drawings and seagull: From the front ... One side ... The other side ... Back.
This is an African-American quilt in a vivid, folky pinwheel pattern. The cotton fabrics have hearts, clubs, diamonds, and spades woven in. The colors are a medium blue with white, and a warm terracotta orange and white. Sometimes the back of the fabric was used for variation. The back is cotton muslin, and the batting is polyester. It measures 65" by 78", and looks great hung or on a bed. This quilt was made in Texas, probably c. 1980's, and is in excellent, crisp, unused condition. There is one small dark spot on the front, 1" by 1/2" which does not go through to the back. It was probably on the fabric before the quilt was put together. It is hand pieced and hand quilted. The back was folded over and machine stitched to finish the edges. The price is $475.00. Inventory Code: TPAW. Pinwheel quilt ... Closeup of one block ... Closeup of two blocks ... Extreme closeup of fabric patterns ... Closeup of one corner ... Closeup of the spot ... Back ... Closeup of back ... Second closeup of back.
Larger images: Pinwheel quilt ... Closeup of one block ... Closeup of two blocks ... Extreme closeup of fabric patterns ... Closeup of one corner ... Closeup of the spot ... Back ... Closeup of back ... Second closeup of back.
This is a nice folky whirligig with good paint decoration in several colors. It includes two men cut from pine and then hand carved who turn a crank as the propeller turns. The overall piece is made from pine, with a plywood tail and sheet metal blades. The wood supports for the blades are hand carved. This piece is in very good working condition with normal wear to the paints. It was likely made around the 1960's. The flag and white spacer behind the propeller are both of plastic. The whirligig, including the base, is about 22" high and 17" long. The propeller is 18" in diameter. The price is $225.00. Inventory Code: TART. Whirligig ... Closeup ... Another angle ... The other side ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... Closeup of back, moved ... Animation of movement ... Closeup from above ... Front view ... Another front view ... Another closeup from above.
Larger images: Whirligig ... Closeup ... Another angle ... The other side ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... Closeup of back, moved ... Animation of movement ... Closeup from above ... Front view ... Another front view ... Another closeup from above.
These are two crate separators which make super little tables or stands. One is unpainted and weathered an old natural grayish brown, while the other is painted a wonderful old blue. There is a mark on one as being made by a box company in Paris, Texas. Each one is in very good, used condition. They are old and are about 18" high, with the top being 11 1/2" by 12 1/2". There is a little flex in them, but they are sturdy and do not fold up. The price is $225.00 for the pair. Inventory Code: AWRS.
Blue stand: Image ... One side ... Another side. Larger images: Image ... One side ... Another side.
Gray stand: Image ... One side ... Another side ... From above. Larger images: Image ... One side ... Another side ... From above.
This whirligig looks like a rendition of Uncle Sam sawing wood. The man has a top hat and beard. The saw and sawhorse are painted a weathered, deep red. The man's arms and legs are heavy gauge sheet metal, the propeller blades are thinner metal, The mechanism is heavy wire, and the rest is wood. It measures 13" long, the man stands 10" high, and the propeller is 11" across. The blades are very slightly bent, and the crossbar of the saw was replaced. Otherwise it is in very good condition. The whirligig has a nice aged surface and is probably at least 30 years old. The price is $175.00. Inventory Code: ACRR. One view ... Sawing ... From the front ... Closeup of the man ... The other side. Larger images: One view ... Sawing ... From the front ... Closeup of the man ... The other side.
This is a bold, striking quilt of randomly pieced blocks, embellished with a little bit of embroidery. The fabrics are both cottons and wool, including corduroy, houndstooth, and plaid. It is mostly hand pieced with multicolored thread, with a machine pieced border, and hand quilted. The back is a brown cotton, folded over the edge for a binding. There is no batting, just another layer of fabric, so it is not a particularly heavy quilt, in spite of the thicker fabrics. The condition is fair. There is a tear in the border, another on the back, a few small moth holes, and some dark stains, but very little wear. We have tried to take good close-ups of these areas. Overall, though, it is strong and good looking, either for display or use. 79" by 82", early to mid 1900's. The price is $375.00. Inventory Code: THAW. Overall quilt ... Upper Left ... Upper Right ... Center ... Lower Left ... Lower Right ... General Close-up ... Close-up for condition ... Back ... Close-up of back.
Larger images: Overall quilt ... Upper Left ... Upper Right ... Center ... Lower Left ... Lower Right ... General Close-up ... Close-up for condition ... Back ... Close-up of back.
Here 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.
Here is an amazing fraternal folk art work. It is a one-of-a-kind Masonic hanging with carved, inlaid, and applied decoration. It is constructed of hundreds of individual pieces. The overall form is the Masonic "G" which is cut from plywood. All the rest is constructed from various hard and soft woods, and as is written on the back: "Made by James Thompson, for wonderful Brother Vernon L Thompson, Nov. 1967, Prov 3-6, 162 pieces wood, 272 pieces plastic." The plastic pieces are the tiny colored inlaid circular pieces. In addition, close examination will reveal many symbols, applied and inlaid letters and words, and extremely detailed carving and construction. This piece is the mate to the fraternal whimsey that we have which is also now available. The condition of the unusual construction is excellent. It is large, being about 3 feet high by 29" wide. The price is $1200.00. Inventory Code: TPAS. Masonic inlaid piece ... Closeup of top ... Closeup of the Bible ... Closeup of the center frame ... Closeup of lower portion ... One side section ... The other side section ... Closer view of first side ... Closer view of second side ... Closeup of very top ... Closeup of top, from side ... Closeup from side, lower ... Closeup of lower from above ... Side view ... Back view ... Closeup of writing on back ... Closeup of middle from back ... Closeup of the gavel from back ... Side view, from back.
Larger images: Masonic inlaid piece ... Closeup of top ... Closeup of the Bible ... Closeup of the center frame ... Closeup of lower portion ... One side section ... The other side section ... Closer view of first side ... Closer view of second side ... Closeup of very top ... Closeup of top, from side ... Closeup from side, lower ... Closeup of lower from above ... Side view ... Back view ... Closeup of writing on back ... Closeup of middle from back ... Closeup of the gavel from back ... Side view, from back
This is a striking carved and painted assemblage which incorporates a ball in cage whimsey. Both the star on top and the one as a base have been attached to the upright portion. It was originally painted gold, which has now oxidized nicely. At a later time, but not recently, some silver painted highlights were added. This unusual piece is in excellent condition. It is 11" high; 8 1/2" across the base; and the center section with the ball is 1 1/8" by 1 5/8". This was made around the 1930's - give or take a few years. The price is $350.00. Inventory Code: AHPT. Image ... The other side ... Side view. Larger images: Image ... The other side ... Side view.
"Side Show", by the late Lewis Smith is drawn in crayon and ballpoint on a brown paper bag. The reverse features three muscular women drawn in ballpoint. It measures 12" by 17", in excellent condition. You can see more of his art, or find out about his life. The price is $1,100.00. Inventory Code: LS101. Front ... Close-up ... Reverse ... Close-up.
This is a carving assemblage which came from a whirligig. It includes a woman turning a wheel and a man who would have been sharpening an object on the stone. Both the man and woman are chip carved and have jointed arms. The woman also stands up and bends down. The action took place when a belt turned the large wooden wheel attached to the sawbuck. This is now a decorative folk art fragment. It is 10 1/2" by 6" on the base and 7" high to the top of the man's hat. This was likely made in the 1930's or 40's. It came from the upper Midwest. The figures have very nicely aged paints and all have a good, original patina on the surface. They are in excellent condition considering this was an active piece used outdoors. The price is $235.00. Inventory Code: AKWA. Carved man and woman ... Closeup ... One side ... The other side ... From front ... 3/4 view ... From above ... Top view ... Back view ... From below.
Larger images: Carved man and woman ... Closeup ... One side ... The other side ... From front ... 3/4 view ... From above ... Top view ... Back view ... From below.
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 rustic, miniature twig double swing or glider. It has good form and surface, with bent twigs for the seats and arms, and the swing mechanism. It stands 12 1/4" high by 11 1/2" wide by 12" deep. It was probably made c. 1940's, and is in excellent condition. The price is $145.00. Inventory Code: TPTT. Miniature twig swing ... Closeup of detail ... Another angle ... A third view ... From one end ... The other end ... End view from above ... Top view ... Another closeup ... Third closeup ... One side ... The other side ... Side view, from above ... From below.
Larger images: Miniature twig swing ... Closeup of detail ... Another angle ... A third view ... From one end ... The other end ... End view from above ... Top view ... Another closeup ... Third closeup ... One side ... The other side ... Side view, from above ... From below.
"Spaceship Bob", by Robert E. Gilbert. It is drawn in ink on posterboard, measures 11" by 14", and is in excellent condition. In the 1950's through the 70's REG was a prolific producer and contributor of art to science fiction fan magazines (fanzines). He died in 1993. You can see more of his work. The price is $400.00. Inventory Code: REG4. Image.
A highly unusual hand made wooden water clock. From the Northeast U.S. and made around the late 1800's, this is a very decorative sculptural piece. The handmade copper float would rise with the increase in water and the wooden pointer would show the time. The dial is marked twice around in Roman numerals from one to twelve. Gears are handmade wood, and the funnel is hand shaped. It has an old crazed paint finish of dark black and off white. The water tank is missing. Very good condition, the uprights are very slightly loose on the base. It is really very striking. The base measures 14" wide by 10" deep; the height varies from 22" to 30" depending on whether the float is raised or lowered. The price is $850.00. Inventory Code: PKSK Hand made water clock ... Closeup of dial ... Another overall view ... Second closeup of dial ... Closeup of float ... Another closeup of float and base ... Closeup of funnel ... Dial at another time ... Dial at a third time ... Side view ... The other side.
Larger images: Hand made water clock ... Closeup of dial ... Another overall view ... Second closeup of dial ... Closeup of float ... Another closeup of float and base ... Closeup of funnel ... Dial at another time ... Dial at a third time ... Side view ... The other side.
This is a circular sign reading "Victory 1943". It has good, slightly crazed red, white, and black paint. Each of the letters and numbers are individually hand cut out with a saw, as is a center circle. The wood is 1/4" plywood. The sign is 11 3/4" in diameter, and is in excellent condition with great graphics. The price is $175.00. Inventory Code: ASWO. Image ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... From above ... Back. Larger images: Image ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... From above ... Back.
"A day at the Office". Acrylics on metal roofing. The hands have been hammered to have depth. 26" by 40", initialed, msl, and dated 4/95. The price is $4000.00. Inventory Code: CPAP. Image ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... Back ... Closeup of back.
Larger images: Image ... Closeup ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... Back ... Closeup of back.
"Universe". Metal sculpture made from roofing tin, acrylics, and automobile glass. 22" x 22" x 10" (with stand, 32" high). 1995. Note that the colors in this piece are very vibrant and strong. They are much more vivid than shown in the photos. The first closeup shows them the best, but even it is somewhat washed out. The price is $5000.00. Inventory Code: CPAA. Image ... Closeup ... Another view ... A third overall view ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... One side ... The other side ... From an angle behind ... Back ... Closeup of back.
Larger images: Image ... Closeup ... Another view ... A third overall view ... Second closeup ... Third closeup ... Fourth closeup ... One side ... The other side ... From an angle behind ... Back ... Closeup of back.
This is a oil painting on canvas by the late Martin Zipin. The subject is a carnival barker or ticket taker. It was done in the early 1960's and is in excellent condition. The overall size including the frame is 32" by 18 5/8". The size of the image is 26 1/2 by 13". The price is $3500.00. Inventory Code: CPPC. Image ... Larger Image.
This is a nice wooden stand with a very decorative base made from what looks like old architectural elements. The top and bottom are unpainted and weathered pine boards, while three of the four sides were painted grey which has alligatored and chipped. Overall there is probably 50% of the paint remaining. The side elements are probably from the early to mid 1900's while the top and bottom are more recent; most likely within the last 20 years. It stands 23" high by 8" by 9". Obviously, this piece was made up; however "it is what it is", and that is a good, folky stand. The price is $95.00. Inventory Code: AWRA. Image ... Another angle ... Third view ... Fourth view ... Fifth view ... Closeup. Larger images: Image ... Another angle ... Third view ... Fourth view ... Fifth view ... Closeup.
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