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See a slideshow of several views [766k] ... Painted stool ... Another angle ... One side ... Top view ... One end ... The other end ... From below ... Closeup of the writing ... More writing ... Third view of writing ... Other side, with a soda can for scale.
This is an old wooden cigar box with great graphics. "Moonshine Crooks" "STILL the best cigar on the market" has a picture of the moonshiner in the woods with his still. Inside the lid is the NRA logo advertising their membership in the organization. Apparently the cigars themselves were crooked and were soaked in rum, hence the name. The wooden box is printed in red and black, with red and yellow paper tape around all the edges. The paper tax stamps have been mostly removed. The "2 for 5¢" price would indicate this box was probably made in the 1920's or 30's. It measures 9 7/8" wide by 3 3/4" high by 6" deep. It is in good condition with minor wear to the paper tape and the loss of the tax stamps. The price is $85.00. Inventory Code: CSKP. See a slideshow of several views [942k] ... "Moonshine Crooks" wood cigar box ... Another angle ... Inside the lid ... Side view ... The other side ... Back view ... Overall, with lid open ... Looking down inside ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: "Moonshine Crooks" wood cigar box ... Another angle ... Inside the lid ... Overall, with lid open.
This is the iron frame of an old bicycle seat. It has been mounted on a wooden base to display its interesting form. It has an old, dark, oxidized surface with remnants of black paint and minor surface rust. The seat itself measures 12" long by 8" wide by 6" high. As mounted on the base it is 13" long by 9 1/2" wide by 12" high. The price is $175.00. Inventory Code: CPSS. See a slideshow of several views [598k] ... Iron bicycle seat frame ... Side view ... Another view ... The other side ... Front view ... Back view ... Another back view ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Iron bicycle seat frame ... Another view ... With a soda can for scale.
This is an elegant carved whimsy with very fine detail, some chip carving, and a wonderful dark, alligatored surface. The ball in cage with its intricate crest was carved from a single piece of wood. It was then mounted on the base with carved steps, and the two balls on spiral pedestals added separately. The condition is excellent, with no visible loss or wear. It is 10 1/2" high by 7 1/4" by 5". The finish is a dark lacquer that has taken on a beautiful patina. It was made in the late 1800's to early 1900's. The price is $825.00. Inventory Code: CSTH. See a slideshow of several views [690k] ... Intricately carved whimsey ... Another angle ... Closeup of the top ... Closeup of the bottom ... Side views ... Back view ... A different angle ... Closer view of the top, showing surface ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Intricately carved whimsey ... Another angle ... Closeup of the top ... Closeup of the bottom ... Side views ... Back view ... A different angle ... Closer view of the top, showing surface ... With a soda can for scale.
This is a utilitarian quilt in a bright red and blue checkerboard pattern with interesting variation in one corner. There is a charming repair patch in contrasting fabric. It is hand pieced from cotton, and hand quilted in a smaller checkerboard design. The gray and white back and the batting are cotton. The back is folded over to form the binding. It measures 57" by 76", and was made in the early 1900s. The condition is fair and well used. It is worn and faded unevenly, with a few small tears and some faint staining. It still has a beautiful, vibrant, graphic look for use or display. The price is $225.00. Inventory Code: TRWC. See a slideshow of several views [862k] ... Checkerboard quilt ... Closeup, one corner ... Second corner ... Third corner ... Fourth corner ... Closeup of patch ... Closeup of some fading, staining ... Back view ... Back, one corner ... Back, second corner ... Back, third corner ... Back, fourth corner.
Some much larger photos: Checkerboard quilt ... Closeup, one corner ... Second corner ... Third corner ... Fourth corner ... Closeup of patch ... Closeup of some fading, staining ... Back view ... Back, one corner ... Back, second corner ... Back, third corner ... Back, fourth corner.
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.
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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.
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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.
This is a very folky quilt with an absolutely wonderful, bold look. It is in excellent condition. The pattern is a strip pieced four-pointed star with a multicolored border. The work is machine pieced from medium weight cotton fabrics and hand quilted in a fan design. It has cotton batting and a thin, dark blue cotton back, with heavier blue binding. It was probably made in the 1930's or 40's, possibly earlier. It measures 66 1/2" by 77 1/2". There are a few small, very faint dark spots, also some old, small repairs that may have been done to the fabrics before they were made up into the quilt. You can see the most obvious of these in the closeup. There are three patches on the back. More recently, a strip of Velcro was sewn to the back to make it easy to hang on a wall and enjoy the great color and graphics. The price is $3000.00. Inventory Code: TRWT. See a slideshow of several views [904k] ... Strong, folky quilt ... Closeup, one corner ... Second corner ... Third corner ... Fourth corner ... Closeup, spot and repair ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... Velcro and one patch on the back ... Another patch on the back.
Some much larger photos: Strong, folky quilt ... Closeup, one corner ... Second corner ... Third corner ... Fourth corner ... Closeup, spot and repair ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... Velcro and one patch on the back ... Another patch on the back.
Here is the most striking washboard we have ever seen. It has a graphic, sculptural form and a really great dark, smooth patinated surface from years of use. It is 25 1/2" high, 19 1/2" wide at the top, 10 1/2" wide at the bottom, and 2 7/8" deep. Two metal loops and a wire have been attached to the back for hanging on a wall. The ridged scrubbing surface was hand carved from thick planks and is very worn, with the wood grain standing out. From the late 1800's or very early 1900's, it is in good, sturdy, well-used condition with age cracks and normal overall wear. It was found in PA, which may account for the strong keystone shape. The price is $425.00. Inventory Code: CSPW. See a slideshow of several views [491k] ... Hand made washboard ... Two more views ... Side views ... From above and below ... Back view ... Closeup of the back ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Hand made washboard ... Two more views ... Side views ... From above and below ... Back view ... With a soda can for scale.
This is a whimsey carving in three sections, from a single piece of wood. The lowest section contains a caged bell that hangs from a metal loop. Above that is a caged ball, with a spiral carved shape at the top. All three are free to move within their cages. The size is 13 3/4" high by 2 1/2" square. The carving has a natural, unfinished surface that has darkened with age. There is a partly legible date from 1944 written in pencil on one side. On the bottom, also in pencil, is the inscription "W H. Coker, Cheswold, DEL, RFD". It is in excellent condition. The price is $325.00. Inventory Code: CSPS. See a slideshow of several views [374k] ... Carved whimsey ... Another view ... Closeup of the bell, date ... Closeup of the top ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
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This is an incredibly intricate folk art ship, handmade from scrap wood and metal found objects. The captain is standing at the highest point. He is wearing a hat, has a painted eyepatch, and is holding two cutlasses. There are at least eight other crewmen around the decks and rigging. All the men have primitively carved faces. The level of detail and layers of applied objects on the ship are amazing. This piece was outdoors for a long time and then was put into a private collection. It is heavily weathered, with remnants of green, gray, white, and blue paint. There has been some loss over the years, but it is hard to tell where and how much because of the complexity overall. The ship is about 32" long by 8" at the widest by 14 3/4" tall. The age is unknown, but it is quite old. It may be as late as the 1930's or 40's, but could be older than that. The price is $1400.00. Inventory Code: TROO. See a slideshow of several views [1 Mb] ... Folk art ship ... Closeup of the captain ... Another angle ... The other side ... Front view ... Back view ... From above ... Another closeup of the captain ... Several crew men ... A man on the stern ... A man on the deck ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Folk art ship ... Closeup of the captain ... Another angle ... The other side ... Front view ... Back view ... From above ... Another closeup of the captain ... Several crew men ... A man on the stern ... A man on the deck.
This is a wooden box with bold, folky hand-painted decoration. It has a hinged lid and a metal hasp. The box is painted silver that has aged and oxidized to gray, with black and green decoration on the top. The maker has put the initials of all his family inside a painted boot. There is also an ace of spades, a bird, a Maltese cross, and much more. The paint appears to date from the 1920s or 30s; the box could be older than that. It is 29 3/4" wide by 8 1/2" high by 16 1/2" deep. It is in good, used condition. There is a chip missing from the front edge, some age splits, and minor paint wear. The hasp was replaced before the box was painted. The price is $325.00. Inventory Code: TRRH. See a slideshow of several views [744k] ... Painted tool box ... Another view ... Lid open ... Front and back views ... Side views ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Painted tool box ... Another view ... Lid open ... Front and back views ... Side views ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
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.
This is a rustic small table built from heavy branches with a board top. The edges of the top are decorated with half-round sections of split branch to give a scalloped effect. The table is painted a glossy medium green. It stands 24 3/4" high, and the top is about 13 1/2" square. The legs spread to approximately 16" by 16". The paint appears to be from the 1940's; the table may be older than that. It is sturdy, with minor paint wear, especially around the edges of the top, and slight age cracks on the top. The price is $245.00. Inventory Code: CSTS. See a slideshow of several views [470k] ... Rustic small table ... Another side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... Top view ... From below ... Closeup of top, from below ... With a soda can for scale.
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This is a modernistic 1960's desk lamp. The metal lamp is enameled a strong, deep orange, with white inside the shade and chrome around the edges of the base. The shade swivels to different angles on its mounting. It stands 21 3/4" high, the shade is 8" in diameter, and the base is 6" in diameter. There are some slight blemishes in the finish on top of the shade, some even smaller ones on the chrome, and the shaft is a bit scraped by the base. All of this should be visible in the closeup photos. The lamp has a great look and gives good light. The price is $225.00. Inventory Code: CSTP. See a slideshow of several views [543k] ... Modernistic lamp ... Two more views ... Front view ... Two back views ... From above ... Closer view from above ... Closeup of shade ... Closer view of shade ... Closeup from below ... Closeup of the base ... Closeup of the shaft ... Another closeup of the shaft ... Lit up ... Closeup with the light on ... With a soda can for scale.
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Here are two brushed aluminium shelves or racks. They have a great industrial look and strong modern feel. Each one is 32" wide by 10 1/2" deep by 8 1/4" high. These were made in the latter half of the 20th century and are in excellent condition with very minor surface wear. The price is $185.00 each, or $350.00 for the pair. Inventory Code: CSTA. See a slideshow of several views [427k] ... Both aluminium shelves ... Another view ... One rack ... Front view ... Another angle ... The other rack ... Side view ... Another angle ... Closeup from end ... From below ... Closeup from below ... The logo ... With a soda can for scale.
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This is a very odd, funky, one of a kind what-not shelf. It has two propellers that can turn at the top, a stairway from one shelf to the other, copper wire fence around the edges, and colorful labels from the fruit crates used to build it. It was probably made around the 1940's, and stands 18" high by 11 3/4" wide by 8 1/4" deep. Two of the scallops on the bottom right corner were broken off a long time ago, possibly when it was made. Otherwise it is in excellent condition. The price is $195.00. Inventory Code: CSPA. See a slideshow of several views [814k] ... Funky what-not shelf ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup of some crate labels ... Closeup from side ... From above ... A face visible from below ... A crate label, from below ... The bottom ... Video of the action [7.9Mb] ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Funky what-not shelf ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup of some crate labels ... Closeup from side ... From above.
This bottle whimsey has a rack of carved tools inside. The rack fills the bottle very snugly, leaving no room to wiggle. Mounted on the rack are a carved axe, crosscut saw, hand saw, and gun. Two spears are mounted vertically from the base, behind the tools. The bottle is marked "375 ML" on the back, and has a plastic cap. This whimsey is from the second half of the 20th century, and is in excellent condition. It is 8" high by 3 1/2" wide by 1 3/4" deep. The price is $210.00. Inventory Code: CSTK. See a slideshow of several views [382k] ... Bottle whimsey with tools ... Two more views ... Side views ... Back view ... From above and below ... With a soda can for scale.
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This is a wonderfully made and very decorative marquetry box with three drawers. Constructed from softwoods and finished with a clear varnish, it is a striking piece. The surface has taken on an excellent rich patina and light crazing. The drawers are made from cheese boxes, one of which has some of the labeling printed inside. There are four glass pulls for the drawers as well as two on the sides for decorative purposes. The box was probably made in the early 20th century and is in extremely good condition with some very slight wear and the replacement of one small trim piece on the left of the large drawer. It is about 15" wide by 10" deep and 10" high. The price is $750.00. Inventory Code: CSPR. See a slideshow of several views [985k] ... Inlaid box ... Another angle ... Side view ... Back view ... The other side ... Another overall view ... From above ... Another view from above ... Another overall view ... Closeup ... Another closeup ... With the drawers open ... Cheese box label inside a drawer ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Inlaid box ... Side view ... The other side ... Another overall view ... From above ... Another view from above ... Closeup.
This is a fun, funky, and folky plant stand made from a log with a relief carved face. This wild piece is about 35 1/2" high by 9" in diameter. It was painted in red, brown, green, and yellow which, while still nice and colorful has some obvious wear from being outside. All of the facial features are carved, while the top of the head is wrapped with bentwood, which also goes down the length and around the chin, framing the face. The top of the log has been scooped out, leaving a place for a plant pot - or something else to be inserted and displayed. This stand was probably made around the 1970's or 80's. There are little old wormholes over quite a lot of the piece, much more toward the back, but we see absolutely nothing visibly active now. Overall, it is in good condition with a little loss to the eyebrows and a little softness to the wood, but is generally sturdy and in good shape. The price is $325.00. Inventory Code: TRKK. See a slideshow of several views [1.2Mbk] ... Folky plant stand ... Two more views ... With a plant for "hair" ... Side and back views ... Closeup, upper face ... Lower face ... Closeup of base ... Closeups from sides ... Closeup, upper back ... Closeup, middle back ... From above ... Another view of top ... From below ... With a yardstick and soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Folky plant stand ... Two more views ... Side and back views ... Closeup, upper face ... Lower face.
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