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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.
Some much larger photos: Rustic small table ... Another side ... Third side ... Fourth side ... Top view.
This is a fairly detailed miniature log cabin complete with porch swing. It is built from "logs" that are individual twigs with the bark left on, as well as crate wood, a metal roof, and a concrete chimney. The windows are glass, and the front door is hinged. On the bottom, the chimney is reinforced with a metal piece cut from a tobacco can. The cabin is painted brown, with a green roof and swing. It stands 13 1/4" high by 14 1/2" wide by 12 1/2" deep. It was made in the early 1900's. The paint is weathered and there is minor bark loss, otherwise it is in very good condition. The price is $345.00. Inventory Code: TKCA. See a slideshow of several views [749k] ... Miniature log cabin ... Another view ... Side view ... The other side ... Back view ... Another back view ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Miniature log cabin ... Side view ... Back view.
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.
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.
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.
This is a folk art stand made from wood and covered all over with dowels of various sizes. It was likely made as a plant stand. The top section is actually constructed primarily of dowels. The stand has very nice form, with a three tiered base, tapered center column, and circular, three layered top. The stand is painted in white with little bits of glitter here and there. The paint has weathered over the years, as this piece may have been used outdoors. While there is just a little loss to five of the small pieces, it really is very sturdy, clean, and usable. It was probably made about the 1950's or earlier. The stand is about 28 1/2" high, while the top is about 11" square, with a 5 1/2" circular opening. The price is $475.00. Inventory Code: CPAA. See a slideshow of several views [1.3 Mb] ... Folk art plant stand ... Another angle ... The other side ... Closeup of the top ... Overall, from above ... Second side of the top ... Third side of the top ... Fourth side of the top ... Closeups of the column ... A closer view of the detail ... Closeup of the base ... Second side of the base ... Third side of the base ... Fourth side of the base ... From above ... From below ... Another view from below ... Overall, from below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Folk art plant stand ... Another angle ... The other side.
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. Hickory planter ... Another view.
This is a good looking rustic plant stand. It is sturdy and heavy; having been built from stout branches instead of twigs. The stand is nicely and colorfully decorated with old green and rust-red paint. It is 30" tall by about 18" by 18". The condition, surface, and look are all very good. It was made around the the 1930's or 40's, and has some slight bark loss. The price is $350.00. Inventory Code: AHPC. Rustic plant stand ... Another angle.
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.
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.
Here is a set of five whimsical cedar carvings. These include two candlestick holders, one an elegant turned piece in the shape of a hurricane lamp, the other shaped like a tall vase with two handles. The other three are non-functional decorative pieces: an elongated egg on a pedestal, an interesting geometric form with four feet, and a very smooth, round ball. All have beautiful color and grain patterns. They are finished in varnish - ranging from a glossy surface on the ball to matte on the egg. The egg and the vase both had some splits (and branch holes in the egg) that were filled with wood filler before being varnished. The largest piece, the "hurricane lamp", is 13 1/2" tall by 5 3/4" in diameter. The ball is about 3 3/4" in diameter. They are in excellent condition, with an old, tight crack on the four-footed piece. Age is unknown, but they are probably mid-20th century. The price for the group is $250.00. Inventory Code: TKAH. See a slideshow of several views [655k] ... Whimsical cedar carvings ... From above ... Another view from above ... Closer view of three pieces ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of the other two pieces ... Another angle ... All, from below ... With a soda can for scale.
Some much larger photos: Whimsical cedar carvings ... From above ... Closer view of three pieces ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of the other two pieces ... Another angle.
This is a pair of iron bog shoes with very nice form and look. Similar to snowshoes, but made of metal, these were used for walking across muddy bogs. They were found in Michigan. From the earlier part of the 20th century, these are in good, used condition, slightly warped. They have a dark, oxidized surface with slight remnants of black paint. Each one measures 37 1/4" long by 12 1/2" wide by about 1 1/2" thick. The price is $425.00. Inventory Code: TCWO. Iron bog shoes ... The other side ... Closeup ... Side view ... Another side view ... Front of one ... Front of one, other side ... Back of one ... Back of one, other side ... Front of other ... Back of other ... Two more side views ... Closeup from side ... With a yardstick for scale.
This is a rustic plant stand made from chip-carved twigs. It is painted dark green, and has an upper plant holder and a lower shelf. The size is 34 1/2" high by 15" by 14". It is in very good condition, with minor paint loss, and one missing twig, about 3" long, on the base. This stand is no more recent than the 1930's or 40's. The price is $245.00. Inventory Code: AKRP. Rustic twig plant stand ... Closeup of top ... Another angle ... Closeup of middle ... Another closeup of the middle ... From above ... Second side ... Third side ... Fourth side.
This is a detailed and wonderfully painted model swing made out of twig. The twigs are incised and painted, and it does swing. From the NC/TN mountains, it was probably made around the 1920's or 30's, and is in excellent condition. 17" high by 8 1/2" by 8 1/2". The price is $295.00. Inventory Code: APHP. Miniature rustic swing ... Front view ... A third angle ... With a carved man (not included) sitting in the swing..
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.
Round serving tray: 11 1/2" across by 1 " high. 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.
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.
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.
Here is an extremely nice old birdhouse made in the form of a cabin. It has a tin roof, carved wood chimney and windows on three sides. The main part of the house is constructed of individually made interlocking logs. Thin wood pieces have been cut to make up the gable ends. The entire structure is mounted on two pieces of pine which make up the base. The windows are painted in and framed within strips of wood. There is a heavy clear plastic like covering over the painted window portion. This piece was probably made around the 1930s or 40s, and is in excellent used condition. Inside the opening there are still remnants of a birds nest. The house painted in several colors, and even now there is only some slight loss to the paint. The base is just under 8 1/4" square, and the house is about 8" high, including the base to the top of the chimney. The price is $245.00. Inventory Code: TKCH. See a slideshow of several views [381k] ... Log cabin birdhouse ... Side view ... The other side ... Back view ... Closeup ... Another overall view ... From above ... From below ... With a soda can for scale.
Here is an old sculpture of "flowers" is made from a single natural burl shape. It has wonderful form and detail, and has been mounted on a wooden base that may have been a box lid. The piece is finished with a light clear varnish. It is from western NC, and measures 12" high by approximately 7" wide and 5" deep. The base is about 6" by 7". This sculpture is in excellent condition, from around the 1930's or 40's. The price is $275.00. Inventory Code: TKOT. Burl flowers ... Another view ... Two more angles ... Closeup of one flower ... Closeups of top ... Side views ... Back view ... Closeup from behind ... From above ... Another view from above ... Top view ... From below ... With a soda can for scale ... 360º Video [6.2 Mb].
This is a decorative old sled with the image of a comet and the word COMET on the top. It has super colors which have aged well. The paints are blue, red, and silver. The blue handles are set off with dark red rubbery grips. This piece was made from steel, with hardwood supports and a plywood top. It likely was done in the 1950's or '60's and is in very good condition with normal wear and a little rust from use. It is about 62" long by 13 1/2" wide and 6" deep. The handles are 24 1/2" across. It is really nice. The price is $285.00. Inventory Code: TAPA. Folk art sled ... Closeup ... Side view ... The other side ... From below.
This is a very well-made twig basket. It has a diamond shape, crossed corners, and a bent twig handle. It is finished in a very dark varnish and is in excellent, sturdy condition with some minor scuffing. It was probably made around the 1940's. The dimensions are 16 1/2" high by 19" by 13". The price is $145.00. Inventory Code: AHOA. Twig basket ... Side view ... Another angle.
This amphibian-covered stand is carved from diamond willow, with a soapstone base. The natural contours and ridges of the diamond willow have been carved into snakes, frogs, and salamanders, all very finely detailed with set in eyes and lines, spots, etc. The match holder (?) on top is incised with the words "F. Reichter, square bow, flat bottom, 1859 Minnesota River" and is supported by a brass hose nozzle. The silver paint looks fairly recent, but the snakes, etc. all have a very good, old, dark, patinated surface. The stand is 44" tall, the base is 9 1/2" in diameter, and the condition is excellent, with one old, probably original break near the base. The price is $750.00. Inventory Code: PHTS. Carved diamond willow stand ... Closeup ... Top half ... Base and lower half ... Another overall view ... A third overall view.
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