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Chopping block tableThis is an old rustic chopping block table with 3 legs. The unevenly shaped block, cut from one log, is 23 1/2" by 21 1/2" and about 5" thick. Standing 23 1/2" high and very sturdy, it is perfect for a side table, and probably has been used as this for many years. This folky piece was likely originally from the 1800's. It is now finished in varnish and shows the marks of use. While it does have an old age split, this is a very strong, sturdy, and decorative piece. The price is $525.00. Inventory Code: TARH.   Chopping block table ... Another view ... The reverse ... Another view ... The top ... Closeup of top ... Closeup of side ... One side ... The other side ... Closeup, side view and legs ... From below.
Larger images:   Chopping block table ... Another view ... The reverse ... Another view ... The top ... Closeup of top ... Closeup of side ... One side ... The other side ... Closeup, side view and legs ... From below.

Primitive stoolThis is a primitive wooden stool with a circular top. It came from Kentucky and likely was made no more recently than in the 1940's. It is hand made from pine and fastened with screws and finished in an old worn varnish. The stool is 22" high by 11 1/2" square at the base. The top is 11" in diameter. It is sturdy and comfortable. The price is $100.00. Inventory Code: TAWT.   Primitive stool ... Two side views ... The other two sides ... Another overall view ... From above ... From below.
Larger images:   Primitive stool ... Two side views ... The other two sides ... Another overall view ... From above ... From below.

Rustic twig plant standThis 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.
Larger images:   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.

Plant standThis is an exceptionally nice, old, metal plant stand, with a sort of deco look. It has an inner section with a flat metal spiral which both supports and creates a sense of motion. The stand is 39" high with the center tube 4" in diameter. The 5 arms which hold the plants can both swing and be moved to various levels. If fully extended, they could be as much as 2 feet apart. The base is a tripod, tipped with balls, and is 23" on each side. The stand was probably made about the 1920's or 30's and is in excellent condition. The price is $350.00. Inventory Code: AHPH. Image ... From above ... A second overall view ... 3rd angle ... 4th view ... Without the planter loops.    Larger images:   Image ... From above ... A second overall view ... 3rd angle ... 4th view ... Without the planter loops.

twig standThis 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. Image ... Another angle.    Larger images:   Image ... Another angle.

Horseshoe standAn old plant stand made from welded horseshoes. Good form and design. It is 27 1/4" high by 13 1/2" in diameter; in excellent condition with weathered black painted surface. Probably made in early 1900's. The price is $295.00. Inventory Code: ASCK.   Image ... Another view.

Folky corner shelfThis is a folky wood triangular corner shelf. It is freestanding, 63" high and has five shelves. Each of the shelves has a curved front and folksy scalloped backs. The front legs are nicely tapered. This piece was made from pine, likely in the early 1900's. It has a nice old dark lacquer surface with a little wear from use. The size across the bottom is 14 1/2" along each side, 20" across the shelf, and 14" deep to the center. This piece is in very good and sturdy condition. The price is $285.00. Inventory Code: AKHA.   Folky corner shelf ... Closeup of the top ... Top two shelves ... Middle shelf ... Next to bottom shelf ... Bottom shelf ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of the leg ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... One side of the back ... Other side of the back.
Larger images:   Folky corner shelf ... Closeup of the top ... Top two shelves ... Middle shelf ... Next to bottom shelf ... Bottom shelf ... Side view ... The other side ... Closeup of the leg ... Back view ... Closeup of back ... One side of the back ... Other side of the back.

Metal chain standThis is a folky decorative metal sculpture which can be used as a stand or, by adding a glass top, as a little table. It is a bull made out of heavy chains, concrete strengthening iron rebar, and other found objects. It has a nice old dark green paint (with a little old rust in the top for "accent"), and is in excellent condition. The circular base is 13" in diameter, while the bull is 14 1/2" long, and the entire piece is 20 1/4" high. The price is $375.00. Inventory Code: AWRR. Image ... The other side ... From above ... Another view.    Larger images:   Image ... The other side ... From above ... Another view.

Architectural standThis 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.

This wonderful tramp art style display tree is hand made and has great, weathered gray and red paint. Formerly used as a plant stand, it also looks super with small carvings, tramp art, or (name your favorite collection). There are small wheels on the bottom to move it. It is 51 1/4" high by approximately 30" by 30". C. 1940's, it is in very good, weathered condition: a few of the platforms have cracks, but all are sturdy and useable. The price is $1100.00. Inventory Code: PRRO. Image ... From above ... Closeup ... Another angle ... Displaying a collection (not included).    Larger images:   Image ... From above ... Closeup ... Another angle ... Displaying a collection (not included).

twig planterThis 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. Image ... View 2.    Larger images:   Image ... View 2.

Blue standWood standThese 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.

Carved diamond willow standThis reptile and 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. Overall Image ... Closeup ... Top half ... Base and lower half ... Another overall view ... A third overall view ... Closeup of top ... Another closeup of the top.    Larger images:   Overall Image ... Closeup - BEST DETAIL ... Top half ... Base and lower half ... Another overall view ... A third overall view.

Tramp art tableThis 5-legged tramp art table has a wildly painted top. Old oxidized gold over silver on the layered base, the round top is decorated in swirls of many colors. It stands 19 3/4" high by 13" by 14 1/4", and is c. 1920's. This unusual and sturdy piece is in generally excellent condition with the following exceptions: one of the little rectangular pieces around the top edge is missing, as is part of the top layer on one of the rectangles. It appears there may have been one more layer on those rectangles. If so, they have been gone for quite a while. The price is $550.00. Inventory Code: PRAT. Overall view ... Side view ... Legs closeup ...Top view.

StandThis is a very nicely constructed and decorated two tier stand. It has strong lines, a good look, and is sturdy and functional. Made around the 1920's, the surface is finished in a dark varnish with silver painted highlights all over. The structural pieces provide added visual interest as well as support. The stand is 28" high, with a top of 16" by 17 1/2" and a smaller shelf which is 11" square. The condition is excellent, with very slight surface wear. The price is $325.00. Inventory Code: ACOP. Overall Image ... Another view ... View 3 ... View 4 ... View 5 ... Bottom.    Larger images: Overall Image ... Another view ... View 3 ... View 4 ... View 5 ... Bottom.

standThis is square plant stand with a bottom shelf. It has a sculptural look. Made out of wood strips, with some running on the diagonal. It is in very good condition, and has an old dark red paint over an older green. It is 10 1/4" square and 24" high. From around the 1930's. The price is $160.00. Inventory Code: ASHH. Image ... 2nd Image ... Large 2nd image.

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