Country Treasures
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K1722 19th century New England original blue painted two door storage cupboard - identified on bottom from upstate New York (“Courtland County NY”). The cupboard boasts its original dry blue painted surface with half-moon cut out ends and beaded edges on corners and around the doors. Doors open to reveal natural patina interior with shelving for added storage options. Circa 1850s. |
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K1744 Framed still life painting depicting a brass bucket on its side surrounded with three red apples. Oil on artist’s board. Signed “R.S. Wehler” in lower right corner. Also – handwritten on back “R. S. Wehler – York PA”. Label from framer - “Kauffman’s Art Shop – York PA” remains intact. |
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K1730 Late 18th century Lancaster County Pennsylvania original red painted Apothecary / Spice Box with 11 drawers. Workmanship abounds with blind-dovetailed case and mortised drawer stretchers Circa 1780s – 1800. |
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K1741 19th century cobalt blue decorated Stoneware Jar attributed to Peter Hermann of Baltimore, Maryland. Beautiful hand painted heave cobalt blue flowers encircle the tall, cylindrical form with flat bottom, tooled shoulder, and slightly flared, flat-topped rim. |
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K1569 19th century punched tin Lantern retaining original worn, blue painted surface. Symmetrically punched and pierced patterned designs consisting of dots and dashes, along with circular holes in conical top for venting purposes. |
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K1742 19th century cobalt blue decorated Stoneware Crock Pitcher attributed to Peter Hermann (1825-1901) of Baltimore, Maryland. Decorated with brushed cobalt flowers on front and the collar is decorated with flowers and swags on each side of spout. Circa 1840s-1860s. |
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J18 Exceptional, early 19th century large original red painted coffee bin with black stenciling identified “from Franklin MacVeagh & Co. Proprietors Bengal Mills Chicago ILL” and “PANAMA COFFEE” on the top/lift lid. The front panel reads: “PANAMA THE BEST COFFEE” AND THE BACK READS “W H K Falls City”. Very sturdy bin with applied block style feet and clean, natural patina interior. Square head nail construction. |
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K1713 Late 19th century American original painted countertop Spice Cupboard / Apothecary – The wooden case bears original black painted surface and houses 7 rolled tin drawers with original red painted and decorated drawer fronts and original white porcelain knobs. The top four drawers bear remnants of hand painted advertising that reads: “10 Lbs Net” “Globe Mills Standard” “PEPPER”, “CINNAMON”, “CLOVES”, “GINGER”. There are also remnants of advertising on bottom three drawers, however they are illegible. |
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K1743 Early Widgeon Duck decoy carved by Madison Mitchell of Havre de Grace, MD (1901-1993). Original painted surface with a nice, dark patina. |
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K1745 Branded Bluebill Duck decoy carved by John Glenn (1876-1954) of Rock Hall, Maryland. Branded “G L M” on bottom (this was the rig brand of Glen L. Martin). Original weight, staple and ring intact on bottom. |
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K1746 Branded Canvasback Drake Decoy -carved by August Heinefield (1883-1952) from Rock Hall, Maryland. Branded “L” on bottom. Decoy bears what appears to be a second coat of old working paint surface and original staple and ring remain intact on bottom. |
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K1740 Early 20th century Pennsylvania store display advertising “Reisman Pretzels”. This glass and tin construction with encased lithograph advertising panels and original tin lid. Circa 1920’s-1930s. |
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K1739 Early 20th century bale handle advertising tin boasting vibrant graphics on a green background for “Wishbone Combination Coffee” “Net Weight Four Pounds” from “Bunn Capitol Grocery Co. Bloomington, IL and Springfield, IL”. |
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K99 Handmade 20th Century Folk Art Owl Tree with three different, beautifully hand carved and polychrome painted wooden Owls resting on steamed and bent branches. Mounted in a turned base for display purposes. Signed, and branded on bottom, "Ken Kirby". |
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K1721 Outstanding late 18th century to early 19th century identified New England completely original 30 graduated-drawer Apothecary in original, never overpainted dark green surface with gold gild stenciled lettering on drawers identifying contents as paint colors and supplies. The drawer labeled “T. D. Senna” also bears the hand painted script letter name “W. Lakin” and several other drawers have hand painted script initials along the top fronts. Dovetailed case and dovetailed drawers. Each of the original wooden knobs have hand-hewn stems on backs and are secured inside the drawers with tiny wooden pegs. |
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**SOLD** K1729 Fantastic historical Folk Art Ship Diorama depicting the Clipper Ship “Flying Cloud” out of New York (1851-1874) in full sails upon rough seas. The back panel of glass bears hand painted clouds and a beautiful sky and reverse painted birds adorn several areas on other panels of glass. |
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K1731 Twelve drawer 19th century Apothecary bearing vivid old blue over original green painted surface featuring three rows of drawers with mortised stretchers. The bottom row of drawers if slightly larger than the top two rows. Each of the drawers has shaped sides and original pale-yellow painted interiors. Found in Pennsylvania. |
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K1597 19th century Hogscraper candlestick with working push up tab (unmarked) bearing early original blue painted surface. Small age crack to base. |
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H303 Wonderful small sized 19th century Pennsylvania cobalt blue decorated stoneware chicken waterer - stamped "1/2" just below the finial on top. |
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**SOLD** RM1562 Civil War era heart-shaped brass and leather Martingale with original leather strap and buckle. This style of Martingale adorned the breast plate of Civil War saddles. |
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**SOLD** K1732 Nice 19th century two-drawer sideboard table / server with original blue painted surface and two-board, scrubbed top resting on splayed Hepplewhite legs. Wooden pegged and wire nail construction. The drawer stretchers are mortised. The wood is pine. Found in Pennsylvania. Circa 1860-1880s. |
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K1712 19th century New England hanging whale tail shelf in original red painted surface with three graduated shelves and shaped ends. The shelves are mortised into the sides and the front edge of the middle and bottom shelves are canted to match the delicate flow of the ends. Circa 1840-1860s. |
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K1734 19th century wonderful Pennsylvania, original green painted bench featuring one-board top with nicely rounded ends and legs that are double mortised through the top with half-moon cut out feet. The front boasts a shaped drop apron with beaded edge that is mortised into the legs. Circa 1850 – 1860s. |
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K1723 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted drysink with remnants of blue paint inside the well. One dovetailed drawer. Two doors below the well open to reveal shelf for additional storage. Very unusual long form with center foot to help support the weight. Circa 1850s. |
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**SOLD** K1717 19th century New England three-tiered wall box in the most beautiful, original dry indigo blue painted surface. Two of the pockets feature canted fronts. Circa 1850s. |
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**SOLD** K1718 Extraordinary early 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted oversized carrier with canted sides, a curved handle for carrying and a drawer below. The full-length dovetailed drawer is canted to match the shape of the carrier and boasts hidden compartments in the very back. The wood is pine. Circa 1840s. |
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K1725 New England Folk Art painted wooden bowl with snowy scene depicting a church with a fence hand painted inside. Thick, sturdy wooden bowl is from a collection in Vermont. |
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**SOLD** K1727 New England Folk Art painted wooden bowl from Vermont with hand painted detailed scene inside depicting a lake, grist mill and icehouse. This bowl is from a collection in Vermont and bears a slight foot and evidence of slow lathe turnings on its bottom. |
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**SOLD** K1726 New England Folk Art painted wooden bowl with snowy scene depicting a distant church with barren trees in forefront. The bowl has a nice, lipped edge and bears an ever so slightly raised foot and prominent slow late turning marks on the bottom. From a collection in Vermont. |
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**SOLD** J199 Exceptional early 19th century New England bail handle pantry box retaining original blue painted surface. Lid impressed "HOLMAN, HEYWOOD & CO MANUF'S, FITZWILLIAM DEPOT, N.H." Heavy construction with overlapping steamed and bentwood sides secured by small copper tacks. |
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G923 Set of three drawers in old dry red paint. Square nail construction with dovetailed case and dovetailed drawers. The stretchers are also dovetailed into the case. Very sturdy. Image Properties |
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K1715 Hand forged blacksmith made 1700s 18th century pair of sugar cutter. It is used to chop large chunks of rock sugar into smaller portions, a kitchen necessity in the 18th century . This particular pair has great decorative bands around the jointed area. |
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**SOLD** K1720 Handmade 20th Century Folk Art Bird Tree with three different, beautifully hand carved and polychrome painted wooden Songbirds resting on steamed and bent branches. Signed, and branded on bottom, "Ken Kirby". |
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K1724 19th century Pennsylvania wooden bucket retaining original mustard grain painted surface with original blue painted metal bands securing the staved sides. Original bale handles remain intact on each side of the bucket. |
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K1716 19th century Pennsylvania splay leg stool with old gray over the original gray painted surface. The splayed legs are mortised through top and end in half-moon cut out feet. Small, rounded end drop aprons mortised into the legs adorn each side of the stool. |
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**SOLD** J249 19th century New England original blue painted hanging shelf boasting canted sides and mortised shelves. |
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K1714 Hand carved wooden Curlew Shore Bird with long, curved bill. Carver unknown. Decoy has tack eyes and metal bill. It is solid wood with scarce remnants of original paint in some areas and has been mounted on a decorative wooden base for display purposes. |
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J137 Very early long wooden trade sign from eastern Pennsylvania – advertising “B. WHITE and SON.” Letters are painted in silver on a dark blue background. Sign boasts molded edge on all sides. |
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**SOLD** K100 Fantastic early 19th century New England Apothecary boasting spectacular early blue painted surface with 18 dovetailed drawers bearing original hand carved knobs and remnants of hand painted yellow labels. Unusual configuration with 2 drawers over 16 drawer layout. The drawer stretchers are double mortised into the case. The ends are post and panel construction. The wood is all white pine. Circa 1820s. |
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**SOLD** K1707 New England Folk Art painted wooden bowl with a hand painted Winter snow scene inside depicting a Man with his Two-Horse drawn sled full of logs in the foreground, and a house and fence in the background. From a collection in Vermont. |
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**SOLD** K1706 New England Folk Art painted wooden bowl with a hand painted scene inside depicting a snowy woods setting with a Man standing by his Horse. The detailed artwork even shows steam coming from the horse’s nostrils as if it were snorting. From a collection in Vermont. |
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**SOLD** K1708 New England Folk Art painted wooden bowl from Vermont with hand painted Winter snow scene inside depicting a House and a Barn with Horse peeking out of its stall. A very detailed fence is painted in the foreground. From a collection in Vermont. |
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**SOLD** K1691 Late 19th century original blue painted spoon rack with 15 holes and a long, curved slit for knives along the front. Unusual and very functional layout. |
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RM1401 19th century Pennsylvania beautiful original indigo blue painted firkin with tongue and grooved staved sides secured with steamed and bentwood bands. |
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**SOLD** K1693 Early 20th century banner-shaped Sign from a Boat that reads: “South’rn Comfort”. Letters are hand painted in gold gild with blue outlining. The wood is Mahogany. Circa 1920s-1930s. This style sign was very popular on Chris Craft mahogany boats during that time |
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K1697 Early framed Landscape Painting depicting sheep in a pasture in front of a barn. Oil on canvas. Signed “Jean Kopp” in lower left corner. |
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J225 Great pair of full sized Merganzer Decoys in original paint. Inset weight on bottom with paddle tails. Carver unknown. |
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RM1561 Civil War Ames Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber Sword with scabbard. This model saber was called the "wrist breaker” as it is a relatively heavy cavalry saber that was manufactured before, and used extensively throughout, the Civil War. This example is stamped "N.P. AMES CABOTVILLE 1847" on one side of the blade and "US" "N W P." on the reverse side. Very good condition. |
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K1700A Group of 3 early wooden sock darners. One is marked “Germany” on the top. |
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K1705 19th century American Sewing Bird Clamp with original surface boasting prominent stamping that reads “Patented” on the bird’s right wing, and “Feb 15, 1853” on bird’s left wing. All mechanics are in good working condition and the beak clamps tightly. |
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K1700B Group of two hand blown glass sock darners. One is amethyst with prominent bubbles in the glass and the other is heavy amber blown glass with prominent bubbles in the glass and a rough cut pontil. |
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H173 Early 19th century one door Storage Cupboard in original bittersweet red paint. The top of the Cupboard is dovetailed with a single panel door which is mortised and pinned. Door opens to reveal a nice, clean interior with shelves. It has a nice high cut out foot. Original surface. Circa 1820. |
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K1695B Pair of signed and dated miniature Canvasback decoys with realistic weights and staple on bottoms. Both are signed and dated on bottoms "S D 96". |
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K1694 Miniature Swan decoy with stretched neck – signed and dated on bottom: “Steven R. Lay 1999”. Original surface. |
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K1695A Group of 3 miniature decoys. The smaller two have “T” carved into the bottoms. The larger decoy is signed “Walter Lew?” and dated (illegible) on bottom. |
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H184 Early 19th century original red painted work table featuring a two board rectangular top with breadboard ends, over single- dovetailed drawer, raised on very fine tapered legs. circa 1820 |
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K1704 19th century American Sewing Bird Clamp with velvet covered pincushion intact. Part of the Patent date is legible on bird’s left wing “…15 1853”. All mechanics are in good working condition and the beak clamps tightly. |
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K1699 19th century hand painted Portrait of a distinguished Gentleman in nice gold gild frame. Great facial details. Oil Painting on board. Unsigned. |
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**SOLD** K1698 19th century wooden Humidor with hand painted scene on lid depicting a horse with a gentleman and his dog riding in the carriage. “LONDON” is written on the marker in the scene. Humidor boasts its original brass handle, thumb tab and removeable insert. |
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**SOLD** K1696 Folk Art Painted Bentwood Pantry Box signed and dated (illegible) by artist “Lew Hudnall”. Very detailed artwork depicts an Eagle on top and a rural town scene encircling the sides. Interior is lined with an Ohio Newspaper dated 1937. Artist, Lew Hudnall (1918-1995) of Dayton, Ohio. |
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**SOLD** K1586 Oval Trencher with slightly shaped ends in original blue painted surface. Constructed from a single piece of wood. The interior of the bowl has evidence of chop marks and a great old natural dark patina. Very tight age crack to one end and a finger worn dip on opposite end for which a thumb/palm fit perfectly into. |
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K1627 Early hand-woven splint basket featuring a double-wrapped double-rim with notched, steamed and bent handle in its original green painted surface. |
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K1626 Sturdy 19th century original dark red painted round woven splint basket with hand-carved steamed and bent handle that is woven into the sides. |
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K1623 19th century tightly woven splint gathering basket bears its original dark Windsor green painted surface, a hand carved, steamed and bent handle that is woven into the sides and a double wrapped rim. |
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**SOLD** K1702 Store Counter Tin advertising “Sweet Cuba Fine Cut Tobacco 5c” with hinged lid bearing original wooden knob. Advertising on all sides. Great original surface with vivid colors. |
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**SOLD** RM1560 Tin bread box with roll top featuring white porcelain knob. Original blue painted surface with remnants of original yellow paint on bottom. Handle on top for carrying. |
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**SOLD** K1701 Tin Store Counter canister advertising “Mc BLACK PEPPER” on the front. Hinged lid bears original wooden knob. Painted in red, black white and gold gild. |
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**SOLD** H76 Early 20th century triangular shaped wooden gunning light / lantern with glass front panels. Hinged door on back for access to internal burner and reflector. Retains wonderful natural patina weathered surface. From the DuPont Estate – however the stamp on the side of lantern indicates it was originally from the R.H. Richardson Collection of Cambridge, Maryland. |
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K1703 Early Mallard Drake duck decoy carved by James "Jim" Alexander Currier (1886-1971). Original paint in very good condition. Currier, a well-known and respected carver, lived and carved in Havre de Grace, Maryland. |
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K1690 19th century Seaman’s chest in original red painted surface with wonderful hand painted artwork of the British flagged Ship “Imogene” on the lid, along with the initials “V R” and date “1885”. (HMS Imogene of the Royal Navy launched June 24, 1831). The front panel bears the name “S. WELCH” with “COOK” painted below the name. Chest is dovetailed construction with applied molding around lid and base and strap hinges. Original iron handles remain intact on each end. Clean, natural patina interior boasts an open top till with drawer below. |
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**SOLD** K1655 Thick wooden turned bowl bearing original gray painted surface. Turned from a single piece of wood. Bowl was used extensively for chopping. |
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**SOLD** A361 19th century Shaker Canterbury, N.H. Yarn Swift, Shaker American community utilitarian yarn winder with original red wash paint. Mortised and pinned construction & great attention to detail. Attributed to: Canterbury, N.H. Circa: 1840-1860. |
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K1664 19th century pine noodle / dough board retaining original red painted surface on the exterior of the gallery as well as the bottom. Beautiful natural patina to the work surface of the board. These boards were used for multiple purposes serving as a kitchen counter for rolling out dough. The gallery is attached with early wire nails. |
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K1670 Late 19th century original blue painted Pie Safe with 12 punched tin panels. The tins on the front have stars and on the sides the tins have stars inside circles. Two doors over one drawer configuration, resting on tall legs. Stenciled maker’s mark on back reads “G & SON”. |
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K1622 Exceptionally well-made 19th century tightly hand-woven round gathering basket with single wrapped rim in original red painted surface. Sturdy steamed and bent handle is woven into the sides of the basket. Woven bumped up bottom interior to enhance airflow for gathered items. |
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K1625 Exceptional 19th century tightly woven splint gathering basket bears its original dark Windsor green painted surface and a hand carved, steamed and bent, notched handle with notched grip. The two sturdy, hand-hewn, steamed and bent rims encircling the top are single wrapped and secure. |
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**SOLD** K1624 19th century original white painted rectangular woven splint gathering basket with hand carved and notched handle and a single wrapped rim. Very heavy construction and tightly woven. |
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K1620 19th century Pennsylvania 4 gallon Cobalt Blue Decorated Crock attributed to Remmey. The front is decorated with brushed cobalt Tulip style flowers with cobalt brush work decorating the collar and where handle is attached. Hand painted cobalt “4” is painted at bottom of the front. |
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K1621 19th century cobalt blue decorated Stoneware Crock attributed to Remmey of Philadelphia, PA. Stamped “3”. Some incised scarring prior to firing. Ovoid shape with tooled shoulder, grooved collar with flared rim and applied lug handles. Fantastic hand brushed Cobalt flowers and leaves encircle the crock along the shoulder. Circa 1840s-1860s. |
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K1654 19th century very unusual Deep turned treenware wooden footed Bowl stamped “VSO” bearing original bittersweet red painted surface. Bowl was most likely used for making butter – where the unusual hole and carved area on bottom of the foot was used for draining purposes. |
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**SOLD** K1678 Early 19th century Leather bound “Scott’s Family Bible” Vol. I. – Philadelphia 1816 – by Thomas Scott, D.D. with handwritten entries to the Family Record dating as far back as 1794. |
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K257 Early 18th century wooden dome top wallpaper covered box. “T” nail construction. The hinged lid opens to reveal a wooden dust rim and is completely covered with a different wallpaper. The wallpaper on both the exterior and the interior, are hand colored. |
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**SOLD** K1685 18th century Pennsylvania paint decorated dome top box bearing original yellow painted surface with black and pumpkin paint decoration. Clean natural patina interior with dust rim still intact. The wood is pine with “T” nail and dovetail construction. |
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**SALE PENDING** K1556 Folk Art carved wooden Barber Pole with original red and white painted surface. |
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K1667 Early 19th century Pennsylvania solid wooden drain board with carved grooves, applied sides and raised wooden feet to create an angled surface for easy drainage. Handwritten label on bottom reads: “Presented to Mrs. L. Jacobs By Louis Sefman March 26, 1915”– was when it was refinished and presented to Mrs Jacobs |
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G405 19th century Pennsylvania Hanging Cupboard in the original dry red paint, two panel doors with applied molding, the interior has two shelves which are mortised into the sides, wide back board held in place with square head nails. |
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U600 18th century Eastern Shore, Maryland country one drawer Hepplewhite one drawer stand with original red painted surface. Nail constructed drawer with two board top. The wood is pine. “T” nails and square-head nail construction. Circa 1790s. |
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K1634 Early 19th century Pennsylvania paint decorated half spindle back settee bearing original brown painted surface with decorative mustard pinstriping and fruit motif, one board plank seat with pinstripe decoration, scrolled arms bearing pin striping, turned spindles, and rests on turned painted legs. The wood is pine. Often called a "Deacon's" or Hall Bench, this sturdy example is from about 1840. |
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**SOLD** K1668 Rare early 19th century three-tiered Pipe drying Rack boasting a tall, scalloped back, a decorative scalloped apron along the front and a high half-moon cut out back. Rack retains old blue over original mustard painted surface. Each tier has five holes for drying pipes near the hearth. |
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K1683 19th century Cobalt blue decorated four-gallon Stoneware Crock with applied lug handles. Ovoid jar with cobalt floral decoration on the front and reverse. A stamped “4” inside a circle is visible by one of the handles. |
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**SOLD** K1677 19th century Stevengraph silk picture entitled “The First Point.” - by Thomas Stevens (1821-1888). This wonderful item was created via Jacquard silk weaving technology and, according to company advertising records; this picture entitled “The First Point.” is a title that was produced in 1881. |
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K1684 Rose Embossed Blue Spongeware Pitcher - Circa 1880’s – 1890’s. |
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K167 Hand carved wooden Bluejay perched on a small piece of driftwood - signed “R. Bernier” on bottom. Wonderfully hand carved and painted details with glass eyes. Carver, Ronald Bernier (1873-1952) of Biddeford, Maine. |
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**SOLD** K1603 Lancaster County, Pennsylvania 24 drawer Apothecary bearing original red painted surface. This piece was used as a seed cabinet in a Country Store – with several of the drawers retaining handwritten notes on their sides indicating they held items such as “watermelon seeds”, “sage”, “Poke Root”, and “Pennyroyal”. Very unusual size, shape and form. Mixture of wire nail and square head nail construction. Tall cutout base. Circa 1870s. |
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K1662 Tall pedestal / plant stand featuring a decorative column resting on crossed plank feet retaining old green painted surface. Applied rounded molding surrounds the top’s edges. Circa 1900. |
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**SOLD** K1680 Eastern Shore, Maryland Hepplewhite one drawer stand with original apple green painted surface. Very unusual construction with the sides dovetailed into the front and back legs. Circa 1850. |
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K1671 Double sided roadside trade sign advertising “Burma Shave” on both sides. Solid wood with black painted letters on a yellow background. Circa 1920s-1930s. |
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SOLD K1676 Ferrier's Box featuring deeply canted, shaped sides with dovetail construction in old red painted surface. The front of the box bears deep, nicely carved script initials “R. S.” There are handmade internal brackets to secure the files inside the lower section, and a handmade bracket remains intact on the outside of the box to hold the Farrier’s hoof knives. |
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K1679 Two miniature duck decoys carved by Oliver “Tuts” Lawson (1938- ) of Crisfield, Maryland. One is a miniature Mallard Hen (8 ¼” long x 3” wide x 3 ½” tall) and the other is a miniature Pintail Hen (8 ¼” long x 3” wide x 3 ¼” tall). Both are balsa wood bodies with slightly turned heads and original painted surfaces. Paper label from the Duck House, Rumbley, Maryland remains intact on the underside of Pintal. |
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K1681 Signed and dated Wigeon Duck Decoy carved by R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) from Havre de Grace Maryland. Decoy retains its original painted surface and bears electric pencil signature / date: "R. Madison Mitchell – 1960”, along with original weight, staple and ring on bottom. Decoy has a great dry surface never oiled or waxed. |
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K1640 Early handmade Folk Art wooden boat model with the name “PARADE” on one side of the bow. Great details include scalloped railings, round and oblong windows with what appears to be real glass, shiplap sides and a full wooden keel that extends the length of the boat. |
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K1682 Upper Bay Canada Goose Decoy - Branded “M” on bottom - attributed to R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre De Grace, MD in original paint. Original weight, staple and ring intact on bottom. Unsigned. |
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K1633 Fantastic Pennsylvania Chest of Drawers boasting five (5) dovetailed drawers and an original decorative cut out backsplash that mimics the cut-out apron at the bottom in its original mustard painted surface. The ends also feature decorative cut out feet. Circa 1840s. |
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**SOLD** K1657 19th century large glass and tin Lantern with smoke ventilator chimney, large round reflector and clear glass hinged door for access to the fuel chamber inside. Lantern bears its original teal blue painted surface. |
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K1645 Very nice, early 19th century New England document box with original lock boasting beautiful original paint decorated surface with blue decoration on a white background. Dovetail and small wire nail construction. No key. The wood is pine. Circa 1830s-1840s. |
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**SOLD** K1647 19th century Pennsylvania wall box with original mustard painted surface. “Mrs. K A” is carved into the bottom. Box features a tall, shaped back with hole for hanging purposes and shaped ends with tapered top edges along the front and sides. Circa 1870s. |
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K1674 Small sized Pennsylvania wooden framed mirror boasting original gold gilded molded frame secured with tiny cut nails. |
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K1673 Early 19th century Pennsylvania slide lid Candle Box with original, dry-Windsor green painted surface. Slightly chamfered edges along the top with three symmetrically carved finger notches in the end of the lid allow easy opening of the smoothly sliding lid which opens to reveal a lidded till inside, and a clean, natural patina interior. Circa 1820s. |
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**SOLD** K1675 Exceptional Philadelphia Comb back Windsor Chair with carved ears, and arms ending in carved knuckle handholds retaining traces of its original black painted surface. The thick, solid wooden shield-shaped seat bears pith saw marks on its underside and rests on characteristic Philadelphia cylinder-and-ball-foot legs with medial stretchers. Circa 1820s-1840s. |
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**SOLD** K1663 Rare early 19th century tall round Windsor Stool from New England boasting its beautiful original Windsor green painted surface with black smoke decoration. The wonderful pie dish top rests on three bamboo turned splay legs. |
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**SOLD** K1672 19th century Pennsylvania Bench retaining its beautiful dry blue paint featuring decoratively cut out feet. The double drop skirt / aprons along the front and back edges are attached with cut nails and mortised through the legs. Circa 1850s. The wood is pine – with early cut nail and wire nail construction. |
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K1649 19th century tall, handled chip-carved butter print stamp of Pennsylvania origin depicting an Eagle with shield and arrows. Incised rings encircle the outer edges. Carved from a single piece of wood. Natural patina surface. |
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SOLD! K1650 19th century Pennsylvania butter print stamp depicting a deeply chip-carved Eagle with leaves. A decorative edge encircles the outer edge of the stamp. Surface cracks from age. Dry, natural patina surface. |
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K1651 19th century Pennsylvania butter print stamp depicting a deeply chip-carved Eagle with shield detailed chest and holding three arrows in talons surrounded on each side by stalks of leaves. A series of raised and incised lines encircle the tapered outer edge of the back of this stamp. Handle retains prominent hand-hewn marks. Dry, natural patina surface. |
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K1636 Late 19th century – early 20th century very intricately detailed Folk Art Ship Diorama in Showcase with a three masted ship in the center, surrounded by three smaller boats. Ship is flying an American Flag, an Italian pennant, and a pennant bearing the Ship’s name, “MARY”. The smaller steamboats are also flying both American and Italian flags/pennants. The single masted ship in full sails boasts a large letter “P” on its main sail and is flying an American flag. The case does not open. Boats inside appear to be made of wood with cloth/fiber rigging and sails. Engraved metal plate attached on front of showcase reads “A. Palisi Sr.” |
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K1630 Redhead Decoy - carved by August Heinefield (1883-1952) from Rock Hall, Maryland. Decoy bears old working paint surface and original weight, staple and ring remain intact on bottom. |
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K1632 Canvasback Drake Decoy -carved by August Heinfield (1883-1952) from Rock Hall, Maryland. Decoy bears old working paint surface and original weight, staple and ring remain intact on bottom. |
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H957 Early 19th Century Pennsylvania Dough Box in beautiful blue paint. Tightly dovetailed, pegged and square head nail construction with an apron around the bottom that follows the taper of the turned legs. Scrub top is reinforced with a batten attached underneath on each end. Natural patina interior. Circa 1820 – 1830s. |
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**SOLD** K1507 Late 19th century Pennsylvania wooden Lantern featuring four glass panels contained within a wooden pinned and post construction frame boasting old mustard yellow painted surface. Crudely made metal candle socket with bent sheetmetal hood on top protects the candle flame from wind/rain. Sturdy wire bail handle. |
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**SOLD** E25 Early 19th century identified sturdy bail handle pantry box in original white paint. The interior retains its natural patina surface with “D. W. Frost”, “Briggs N C”, “A. D. Frost” handwritten in pencil on the inside of the lid. The initials “A. E. F.” are written on one side of the interior. The name “A. D. Frost” is also written on the bottom of the pantry box. |
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**SOLD** K1589 Small wooden bowl bearing its original beautiful, dry dark Windsor green painted surface. Visible interior and exterior lathe marks and nice footed base. Incised ring around outside. |
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K1639 Late 19th century – early 20th century Ship Diorama in glass case depicting a three-masted ship with full sails flying an American Flag. The highly detailed, unnamed ship is made of what appears to be a salt glazed style pottery with stitched cloth sails and hand painted water. The glass panes (one has a corner crack) are enclosed in a removeable metal case that retains its mustard paint decorated surface. |
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**SOLD** K1629 Canvasback Drake Decoy carved by Henry Lockard (1868-1944) from the Elk Neck area of Cecil County, Maryland - branded "R N C" on bottom (Ronald Coleman Rig). Original staple and weight intact on bottom. |
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K1631 Canvasback Drake decoy - 1965 model (wide bill) carved by Charlie “Speed” Joiner (1921-2015) of Chestertown, MD.- double branded "R N C" (Ronald Coleman Rig) on bottom. Decoy retains its original painted surface with the original weight, staple and ring all remaining intact on bottom. |
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K1635 19th century Pennsylvania Cobalt Blue Decorated Stoneware Pitcher attributed to Remmey or Moyer. The front is decorated with brushed cobalt Tulip style flowers with cobalt brush work decorating the collar and swags adorn each side of spout. |
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K1643 Early 20th century small sized Copper Grasshopper weathervane boasting shaped heavy wire legs and antennae that measure a full 3 ½” long. Hollow body with Applied wings featuring hammered details and applied metal eyes. Circa 1940-1950s. |
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**SOLD** K170 1930s Rare, double sided, small sized Paper Mache Pulp Pumpkin Jack O Lantern. Circa 1930-1940s. The lantern retains original orange surface with wear indicative of age and what appears to be its original wire handle. |
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K1638 Branded Canada Goose Decoy carved by James A. Currier (1886 – 1971) of Havre De Grace, Maryland. Branded “B” on bottom (Dr. Brendle Rig of Havre De Grace, MD). Surface bears original painted surface. Original staple and weight intact on bottom. |
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F284 Great, small sized 19th century Pennsylvania original black and bittersweet red painted pine table top desk. The case is dovetailed and the slanted hinged lift lid opens to reveal six small, dovetailed drawers over an open storage area. Drawers retain their original black and bittersweet red painted surfaces. |
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K1578 Late 19th century Pennsylvania Carrier in the original dry blue paint. All four sides are canted, with a nice high arched divider with heart shaped cut out handle. |
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**SOLD** K1628 Double sided wooden Pennsylvania Trade Sign advertising "Bucks County Apparel Woman's Factory Outlet - Jrs. & Misses Name Brands - First Quality Merchandise". Both sides of the sign feature dark brown hand painted lettering with lighter brown shadowing on a mustard yellow painted background with various holes for hanging purposes. |
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RM1558 Late 19th century Identified oval Tin Military Hat Box retaining beautiful original red and black paint decorated surface. Lid bears a brass maker’s plate that reads: “Hawkes & Co 14 Piccadilly London” and an engraved brass name plate on front that is identified to: “E. A. Fitz Gerald Esq. 5th Dragoon Guards”. |
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K274 Unusual 19th century Pennsylvania Merchant's Desk with unique hidden hinged drop-down writing surface in old blue painted surface. Desk boasts drawers and pigeonholes in the top section for added storage. The top board is hinged so that it can be raised to utilize the top row pigeonholes for sorting taller items. The lower section, known as a kneehole style, boasts two doors and a center drawer. Circa 1870s. |
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K1579 Unique 19th century Pennsylvania wooden Scrub / Scouring Box bearing traces of old mustard paint over the original blue paint. This sturdy scouring box features a canted end, sides that have hand-hewn rounded edges on the interior and a pocket below the well-worn angled scrubbing area for holding soap. |
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K1117 Original red painted wooden bowl. This heavy bowl is out of round and rests on a slightly raised foot. Early repair to break that goes completely through part of the rim / side with tiny staples. |
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N442 Blue over original blue painted pantry box. Steamed and bent side construction secured with tiny tacks. Natural patina interior. |
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K1614 Mid 19th century Maryland one door storage cupboard bearing original red painted surface resting on high cut out feet. Square head nail construction. Clean natural patina interior with shelves for added storage options. The wood is pine. Circa 1850s. |
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G292 Early 19th century Pennsylvania miniature soft wood blanket chest bearing original green painted surface. Dovetailed case with applied bracket base and molded edge around lid. Clean, natural patina interior with lidded till inside. Six-board construction. Circa 1830s. |
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K176 Early 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted Countertop Desk boasting dovetailed case with “T” and square head nail construction. The canted, hinged lid lifts to reveal a clean, natural patina interior. Circa 1820s. |
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RM1453 Handmade oval braided rug – mixed wool fabrics with a burgundy center, red/tans, a hint of yellow and greens around the outer edge. Very nice condition. |
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**SOLD** J367 Mid to late 19th century noodle board / dough board bearing beautiful original blue |
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K1530 19th century Pennsylvania two door wardrobe with original paint decorated surface boasting paneled doors and ends, resting on a decorative cut out base. Molding and beaded edging surrounds the doors. Corners are rounded and top molding is removeable. |
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**SOLD** K1601 Late 18th century to early 19th century Pennsylvania solid wooden candle holder with remnants of a tin drip ledge around candle socket. Shaped center post is hand carved and is mortised through the square bottom. |
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K1615 19th century Pennsylvania stoneware crock with “Hamilton & Jones Greensboro, PA” stenciled in Cobalt blue on the front. Great condition, no visible cracks. |
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G670 19th century original blue painted pantry box with steamed and bent sides secured with tiny wooden pegs and tacks. Great natural patina inside. Very sturdy. |
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**SOLD** K1574 18th century Pennsylvania original blue painted pine blanket chest with dovetailed case, dovetailed feet and dovetailed applied bracket base. Applied molded edges surround the lid. The clean, natural patina interior boasts a lidded till and original strap hinges. Dovetail and wooden pegged construction. Circa 1780s-1790s |
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RM1556 Pennsylvania tall, sturdy pine bench bearing old green over the original green painted surface with scrubbed top. Double drop aprons are mortised into the legs which end in half-moon cut out feet. |
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K1515 19th century Pennsylvania twelve (12) drawer original gray painted apothecary. Dovetailed case with the stretchers being mortised into the sides. The drawers are a combination of dovetailed and nailed construction. Circa 1840s-1850s. |
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**SOLD** E533 Native American Indian Maine – Penobscot Tribe - Ribbon Blue and White Paint Decorated Basket - Woven in a rectangular / oval form with curling (X) ribbons in center with blue and white ribs. Basket features a tall, notched handle. |
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K1610 19th century Pennsylvania original mustard painted footstool boasting half-moon cut out feet and double drop aprons bearing shaped ends and a beaded edge. Top bears rounded edges on all sides. Circa 1850s. |
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K1618 19th century Folk Art Carved Walking Stick / Cane with raised Serpent-entwined shaft. The base color is dark green paint – with a mustard paint decorated Serpent that is embellished with tiny painted eyes and mouth. Beautiful patina over entire surface. Carved from a single piece of wood. |
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**SOLD** K1617 Wigeon Duck Decoy signed and dated “R. Madison Mitchell 1966” on bottom. Great original surface with evidence of being shot over. Original weight, staple and ring remain intact. R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) was from Havre de Grace, Maryland. |
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K1616 19th century Pennsylvania Cobalt blue decorated stoneware crock with hand painted straight stripes at top and bottom on the front – and stenciled in between: “C.L. Williams & Co. New Geneva PA” with a freehand painted ‘2’. |
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K1606 Group of three miniature Swans carved by Clarence "Titbird" Bauer (1925-2006) of Havre DeGrace, MD – was known as one of the “old time carvers of Susquehanna Flats decoys, specializing in miniature decoys". |
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**SOLD** RM1557 19th century New England small sized original dry blue painted pantry box with opposing fingered body and lid. Tacked and wooden pegged construction. Interior bears natural surface patina. |
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H964 Cutlery tray / knife box with curved center divider featuring an oval cutout for carrying purposes. Slightly canted sides. Very dry surface with wear indicative of use. |
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H1058 Very thin, delicate turned wooden footed bowl bearing original Blue painted exterior decorated with two gold painted bands. Interior boasts original white paint bearing significant paint crackling due to age and use. |
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K1604 Early 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania one door cupboard bearing original painted surface resting on tall cut out feet. A beaded edge runs along each side of the paneled door that opens to reveal shelves for storage and a clean, natural patina interior. The wood is pine. Square head nail construction. Circa 1820s. |
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E49 Philadelphia Windsor “Sack-back Windsor armchair with finely turned vase shaped legs joined by bulbous-turned “H” stretchers. The slightly dished seat supports a back of nine spindles in the bow and 15 spindles and two turned posts below the medial bow with carved knuckle arms. Pressure branded under seat: F. TRUMBLE” for Philadelphia Windsor chairmaker working late 18th and early 19th century |
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K1572 19th century Pennsylvania candlestand featuring a sturdy center post resting on tripod legs bearing old blue paint over an early apple green paint. |
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K1612 19th century beautiful Cobalt decorated cake crock – stamped ‘ l ’ - attributed to Richard C. Remmey of Philadelphia, PA - who was a prominent stoneware maker from the 1860’s – 1900. The cylindrical form is cobalt decorated with typical cobalt Remmey swags on all sides with highlights at the lug handles. |
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**SOLD** K1608 19th century handmade Wall box boasting decorative chip carved designs throughout and an attached rack with six hand carved slots for spoons/utensils. The wood is pine with natural patina surface. |
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**SOLD** K1588 Early 19th century small sized hand turned wooden bowl bearing original red painted surface. Evidence of hand turnings throughout with the interior lathe marks being quite prominent. Bowl rests on a slightly footed base and retains great natural patina interior. |
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K1545 18th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania peg rack bearing remnants of original oyster white painted surface and early rosehead nails. Peg rack features molded edges on both top and bottom edges of the back board and six (6) sturdy pegs with bulbous ends. |
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**SOLD** K1568 Late 18th - early 19th century Pennsylvania punched tin lantern retaining an old red painted surface. Symmetrically punched and pierced circular patterns. Hinged door opens for easy access to interior candle socket. |
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RM1555 Rare Bluebill decoy carved by Charles Barnard – branded ‘G’ (for the Gabler Rig) on bottom. Decoy bears working painted surface with both the original weight, and leather loop, remaining intact on bottom. |
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K1577 Mid 19th century New England two-part Linen Press bearing old mustard painted surface over the original red paint. Very unusual form. Slightly raised panels adorn all four of the fully mortised doors. Applied molding surrounds both top and bottom. Applied base boasts a decoratively cut out front. |
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K1555 Oval Trencher with slightly shaped ends in original red painted surface. Constructed from a single piece of wood. The interior of the bowl is nice and clean with chop marks and a great old natural patina. |
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K1566 Beautiful 19th century Baltimore, Maryland Peter Herman one gallon Crock Pitcher – stamped “I”. This stunning stoneware pitcher was made in Baltimore circa 1850 – 1870s. It is decorated in cobalt with a two-stemmed flowering plant, along with flowers on the rim and highlights at the handle terminals. |
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**SOLD** K1585 Exceptional original mustard painted beehive turned wooden bowl with a lipped rim and raised footed base. Distinct early slow lathe turnings and hand-hewn bottom. The interior bears a natural patina indicative of years of use. |
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**SOLD** K1575 Spectacular York County, Pennsylvania late 18th century to early 19th century original yellow painted blanket chest with original green and pumpkin decorations including pinwheels and half-circles resting on an original black painted applied bracket base with nice, tall cut out feet. Six-board dovetailed construction. Circa 1790s-1820s. |
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K1570 Exceptional Wallpaper hatbox / bandbox with wallpaper covered exterior depicting a large estate with people enjoying the outdoors. A very detailed hand-painted scene of St. Paul Academy for Girls adorning the lid is dated and identifies the maker. Interior is lined with pages of a Scranton, Pennsylvania newspaper dated 1858. |
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K1552 American Oil on Canvas Oval Portrait Painting in original ornate frame. Provenance handwritten on back reads: “Dr. Mathew Scott m Martha Finley Parents of Sarah F. Scott Humphreys” |
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K1573 19th century Pennsylvania-German vibrantly painted and decorated steamed and bentwood box dated 1877 on top. Beautiful hand-painted floral motifs surround all sides as well as the top of the lid. A center medallion on the lid encases the name “Anna” and a saying written in German.The snug fitting lid on this sturdy box opens to reveal clean natural interior. |
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**SOLD** K1531 Stunning 18th century Pennsylvania original pumpkin and blue painted Blanket Chest with original strap hinges and working crab lock with key. Dovetailed case with applied bracket base with tall cut out feet. Clean, natural patina interior boasts a lidded til with molded edge. Rosehead nail and wooden pegged construction. Circa 1750s. |
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K1547 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted two-board topped table with one dovetailed drawer resting on chamfered edged / “lamb’s tongue” legs. The apron is mortised into the legs. Circa 1860s. |
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**SOLD** K1567 19th century Folk Art Iron heart motif doormat constructed of individually handmade and bent heart shapes hooked together in a way that allows them to mold perfectly into the one next to it. Circa 1880s-1920s. |
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E232 18th century Massachusetts Tavern Table with a beautiful, scrubbed oval one-board top, in original blue painted surface. The top is resting on a mortised and pegged base with beaded legs with molded outer edge. (circa 1790-1810) Early home repair as shown in photos. |
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**SOLD** K1561 19th century Pennsylvania Bucket Bench with tombstone shaped ends and molded edges bearing the best original, dry, blue painted surface. Shelves are mortised into the ends. Square head nail construction with wire nails added later. Circa 1860s. |
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G810 Beautiful late 18h century original dry Red painted beehive turned wooden bowl with great turnings, nice lipped edge and incised foot Out of round. |
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G579 Mid 19th century Shaker original blue painted, lidded wooden sugar bucket featuring iron diamond-shaped bail plates, wire bail with turned wood handle, chamfered bottom and tongue and grooved softwood staved sides secured with three iron bands. Fantastic dark blue paint with great wear and patina on outside and natural patina interior. |
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K83 19th century Pennsylvania mortar and pestle bearing original, dry blue-gray painted surface. Nicely turned solid wood with rounded rim and decorative raised rings encircling the mortar, resting on a footed base. |
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K1559 Full Size Swan Decoy bearing original hand painted surface. Gracefully carved in a natural swimming pose with a unique paddle shaped tail. Unknown carver. Custom base included for display purposes. |
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K1517 Beautiful 19th century original blue painted ladderback Merchant's Chair with rush seat and great wear. |
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**SOLD** K1554 Folk Art hollow full body Fish Weathervane with embossed scales, crimped fins, painted eyes and traces of the original painted surface. Molded tin / sheet metal construction with applied fins and secure soldered seams throughout. Mounted on a custom-made base for display purposes. |
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K1553 Wooden Folk Art Penguin cut out bearing original hand painted black, white and yellow painted surface. Mounted on a custom-made base for display purposes. Circa 1900-1920s. |
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K1550 A very impressive Peter Hermann Baltimore, MD large crock with applied handles – stamped “3” - decorated with a characteristic stemmed clover motif design that is associated with wares made in Baltimore, MD. Circa 1855 – 1870. |
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K1558 19th century pair of Ladies black leather boots. Classic Victorian era design with tall, curvy silhouette and lace up front. Unknown size. |
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K1514 Very unique Pewter Cupboard in old green paint over mustard paint – with open top boasting shelves secured with decorative shelf supports and three dovetailed drawers over an open storage area that bears extensive wear. Circa 1850s. Found in Pennsylvania. |
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**SOLD** K1536 Small Lancaster County, Pennsylvania one door cupboard with old green over the original red painted surface. Cupboard boasts half-moon cut out ends and decorative cut out apron. Applied molding surrounds the underside of the top board. Interior shelving for added storage options. Circa 1850s. |
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**SOLD** K1534 Late 19th Century Pennsylvania blue painted and decorated one drawer stand with pinstripe and floral decoration and one dovetailed drawer resting on tall, delicate Hepplewhite tapered legs. Square head nail construction with the apron being mortised and pegged into the legs. Very sturdy. Circa 1880s. |
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G630 Beautiful 18th century Delaware Valley original blue painted worktable. Apron is mortised and pegged into the tall, delicately tapered Hepplewhite legs. Sturdy, chamfered edge applied wooden battens on each end beneath the two board top help to support the top as well as keeping it from twisting / warping. The wood is pine. Circa 1780s. |
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K1503 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted tall wooden Lantern featuring four bubbled glass panels contained within a wooden pinned and post construction frame. Door opens freely to access the crudely made metal candle socket. Ventilation hole is covered with a bent metal hood and a wire bale handle is attached to top for carrying/hanging purposes. Circa mid-1800s. |
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K1546 Late 19th century patriotic Folk Art decorated wooden framed mirror boasting red, white and blue painted frame with applied wooden rope and tassels. Original glass retaining nice silvering held in place with original wooden back. |
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K1542 19th century Pennsylvania Document Box with spectacular green painted surface bearing "DRIVE. 1886. 1887." exceptionally hand painted in gold with black painted shadowing on the front. The same verbiage/dates are handwritten in pencil inside the lid of the box. Natural patina interior. Small square head nail construction. |
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RM1553 New England wooden tool carrier retaining its beautiful original dry blue painted surface. Wear on handle and interior is indicative of heavy use. The top edge of each end is covered with metal to protect the wood. Circa 1880-1900. |
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K1541 Early 19th century New England set of three drawers bearing original gray painted surface. Dovetailed drawers and dovetailed case construction. Very sturdy. Circa 1840s-1850s. |
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**SOLD** RM1551 Treenware Soap Dish - handmade wooden soap dish in original dry natural patina surface. Cut/carved from a single piece of wood. Extensive wear / deterioration from Lye Soap in center. Circa 1850s-1890s. |
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K1539 Heart shaped hand braided rug / mat with fabrics featuring reds, black, blues, white and a hint of orange colors. Nice condition. |
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K1543 An incredible example of an 18th century American treenware turned wood plate with a wide rim bearing very scant traces of blue paint, wonderful incised lines on the exterior. |
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K1538 Branded Hen Decoy carved by James A. "Jim" Currier (1886-1969) Havre de Grace, MD bearing the “O O” brand on bottom. This brand was known as the “Double O” and belonged to the rig of Oliver Nash from Kent Island, Maryland. Original staple, ring and weight remain intact on bottom. |
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K1537 Canvasback Decoy carved by Madison Mitchell Havre de Grace, MD (1901-1993) bearing a nice second coat of working paint and a few areas showing evidence of being shot over. Original staple, ring and weight remain intact on bottom. |
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RM1552 RARE Pair of Canvasback Decoys carved by Carroll Cleveland Algard of Charlestown, Maryland - circa 1920s. Staples, rings and original weights remain intact on the bottom of each decoy. |
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K1522 19th century American School Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Woman. Some of the exceptional details within this portrait include ultra realistic facial features, a lace collar with beautiful broach, a long gold chain with watch, decorative sleeve “bracelets” with blue / red colored beads/jewels, and a book beneath the finely detailed fingers of her right hand. A curved trellis and the tall steeple of a church are visible in the through the window painted in the background. |
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RM1549 Late 18th century Eastern Shore, Virginia very unusual Hunt Table, or Slab, with demilune shaped top secured with rosehead nails. The base bears an early blue painted surface. The tall, tapered Hepplewhite legs are joined to the apron by mortise and tenon joints and are fully pegged. Circa 1780 – 1800. |
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K328 Tall round splay legged wooden stool boasting the original green and white painted surface with excessive wear on the stretchers from many years of use. Very sturdy. |
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H1000 Excellent late 18th century New England miniature chest of drawers in original red painted surface featuring three graduated sized drawers with chamfered, solid wooden drawer bottoms resting on an exquisite cut out drop front apron and cut out ends. Stretchers are mortised into the front. Small “T” nail construction. Circa 1790s. |
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RM1550 Hollow body Swan decoy with wooden keel in a slightly forward "hissing" pose - carved by John Paxton of Eastern Shore, Virginia. Glass eyes and multi layered painted surface. Custom made stand included. |
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(i316) Late 19th century Woman’s Indigo Blue cotton dress with lined bodice and pearl buttons. This simple working dress shows extensive make-do repairs that were done with various indigo blue calico print fabrics – a true sign that this dress was used regularly, and for a long period of time. Circa 1860s-1880s. |
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(i315) Late 19th century Woman’s black and white dress with lined bodice and pressed leather buttons. This dress features decorative ruffles and woven cotton trim typical of the period. Very nice condition. Circa 1880s-1910. |
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(i308) Mid-19th century Child’s Turkey Red cotton dress with pearl buttons. The fading at the tuck seams indicates this dress was used for a long period of time as several tucks have been let out and show various degrees of fading. There is extensive deterioration of the fabric – which is common with Turkey Red prints. Circa 1850s-1860s. |
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G393 Quaint small sized berry gathering basket in original red paint. The 5” square base gradually tapers to an 8 1/2” wide circular opening. Single wrapped rim with tightly woven sides. |
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D192 19th century small Wallpaper-covered Wooden Dome-top Box, possibly Massachusetts, early 19th century |
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**SOLD** K187 18th century Pewter ink well fitted with five quill holes and hinged lid covering its original removeable glass insert ink pot. Flared rim with tapered sides boasting decorative incised rings. Circa 1780s – 1800. |
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**SOLD** K1521 Early Folk Art Portrait Painting of a very distinguished looking Young Man seated in a paint decorated chair. Hand painted, oil on canvas. Nicely framed. |
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K1519 19th century original painted Arrowback Windsor armchair bearing original stenciled paint decorated crest with hand painted leaf decorations on the spindles and front stretcher on an original grain painted background. Bamboo style turned legs. |
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K1518 Early 19th century Eastern Shore, Maryland blanket chest in original dry blue paint. Six board dovetailed construction with applied dovetailed bracket base featuring nice cut outs, applied molding around three sides of the lid secured by small square head nails. Lidded glove till with molded edge mortised inside. Circa 1820s-1840s. |
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K317 Late 18th century New England chest over two drawers boasting vibrant yellow painted surface . The case and drawers are dovetailed. Tall, applied bracket base is secured with early “T” nails. Original strap hinges |
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RM1546 Wooden Trade Sign advertising "Miss Hoar's Corsetry ~ Saloon ~ Personal Fittings For Both Men & Women". All hand painted on single board with shaped top corners. Single sided. |
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RM1548 18th century splay leg hepplewhite table boasting an old soldier blue paint over the original robin egg blue painted surface. One board top boasts extensive wear from years of use and is secured to base with wooden pegs and rosehead nails. The tall, lamb’s tongue edged, splayed legs are mortised and pegged into the apron. Circa 1750s. |
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RM1547 Civil War Ames Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber Sword with scabbard. This model saber was called the "wrist breaker” as it is a relatively heavy cavalry saber that was manufactured before, and used extensively throughout, the Civil War. This example is dated 1850 on the blade and has the AMES Maker’s stamp on the reverse. The blade is bright and bears the Soldier’s Rack number (44) stamped on both the hilt and on the bottom of the drag of the scabbard. Very good condition. |
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K1524 Paper Mache Pulp Pumpkin “Choir Boy” Jack O Lantern. Circa 1930-1940s. The lantern retains great original orange, black and green surface with very minor wear, what appears to be its original wire handle and is in very good condition for its age. |
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G608 Diorama of two wood ducks in a natural streamside setting. The male is standing on a piece of driftwood, the female is in flight, with wings in position of preparing to land. Signed on back "Original by R.G. Rodell - Wood Duck" |
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K1527 Five (individually priced) Kugels consisting of a silver ribbed ball ~ 4” tall, pink grapes ~4” tall, a red ball with crazing ~4” tall, a gold ball with crazing ~3 ½” tall and a solid red ball ~4” tall. Hand blown glass - nice weight and condition with original caps and rings. Made in Germany between 1840 and early 1900. |
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K306 Early 19th century tin candle mold for twelve (12) taper candles resting on a flared tin base with nicely rolled edges. Circa 1820-1840's. |
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**SOLD** K303 18th century hand-forged iron tabletop rush light / candle holder resting on a tall crown-shaped base. Very unique design. |
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**SOLD** K307 Late 18th century – early 19th century Courting Candlestick constructed of spiraled forged iron wire mounted into a turned wooden base. |
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*SOLD* K1513 Open front hanging cupboard from Maine retaining original dry, teal painted surface. Simple applied molding surrounds the top. Square head nail construction. Circa 1850-1880s. |
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*SOLD* K316 Beautiful 18th century New England fan back Windsor chair bearing original paint decorated surface and hand painted pinstriping throughout. The nicely shaped saddle seat is supported by bulbous turned legs joined with bulbous stretchers. Circa 1790 - 1800. |
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K1505 Mid-18th century hand forged adjustable wrought iron Floor Rush Light and Candle Holder with Blacksmith forged stem and legs terminating in penny feet. There is a curved hook for hanging if needed. Circa 1750 – 1780. |
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K1516 19th century wooden tall round stool in original Spanish Red painted surface. Sturdy plank seat rests on four gracefully tapered turned legs secured by turned stretchers. |
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K1512 Canadian Goose decoy carved by Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, MD (1901-1993) retaining its original painted surface. |
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K319 High head Canvasback Drake decoy branded on bottom “PARKER” in original surface. Decoy also bears a metal tag on bottom that is stamped “BUTCH PARKER HOLTWOOD PENNSYLVANIA”. |
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K1511 Early 19th century New England tall Chimney Cupboard in old okra colored painted surface. Cupboard features a fully mortised and pegged single door that opens to a natural patina interior with shelves for storage. Each shelf bears plate grooves on three edges. Applied molding is attached to the sides of the door opening and surrounds each of the three panels on front of door. Circa 1820-1840s. |
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**SOLD** K294 Exceptional, very early 18th century New England Banister Back Chair boasting original robin egg blue painted surface. This stunning chair features a yoke-shaped top rail, bold turnings, rests on turned feet and bears what appears to be its original rush seat. Circa 1720s-1740s. |
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*SOLD* K1508 Early 18th century Connecticut Tea Table bearing early old blue painted surface with scrubbed top. Table features overhanging oval top with graceful Queen Anne legs ending in pad feet. Circa 1740s. |
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K1506 Unique early pair of handmade sheet iron push-up candlesticks with oversized drip pans and conical shaped, heavily weighted bases bearing punched / embossed decorations and remnants of old black painted surfaces. |
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*SOLD* K189 19th century wooden Peel Board / Cutting board bearing original old blue painted surface on one side and edges. The opposite side bears wonderful patina from years of use. |
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*SOLD* K1509 19th century New England original paint decorated candle shelf featuring a lollipop cutout top with a hole for hanging. Circa 1860s-1880s. |
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**SOLD** K310 Late 18th - early 19th century Pennsylvania punched tin lantern retaining an old green painted surface. Punched and pierced circular patterns adorn the sides, while the hinged door bears rows of dots and alternatingly angled dashes. |
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*SOLD* K1510 Superb early 19th century New England blue painted hanging whale tail shelf with a dovetailed bottom and delicately shaped ends. The shelves are mortised into the ends and bear canted front edges. Circa 1840-1860s. |
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K323 19th century Milliner’s head wig / hat stand with original hand painted facial features and beautifully detailed bodice - papier-mâché construction. |
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K327 Tall 19th century round stool with the old red paint, over the original black with a thick round top resting on turned legs. Circa 1860s. |
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RM1544 Early 19th century East Berlin, Pennsylvania Schoolmaster's Desk over one dovetailed drawer resting on turned legs bearing original yellow painted surface. The hinged, slanted lift lid opens to reveal natural patina interior featuring two small, dovetailed drawers over one pigeonhole. Circa 1830s. |
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K295 Early 19th century original mustard grain painted Ladder Back Chair featuring curved slats in the back, turned finials on posts and tightly woven rush seat. |
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K318 Canvasback Drake decoy carved by John Glenn (1876-1954) of Rock Hall, Maryland. Original weight, staple and ring intact on bottom. John Glenn was both a waterman and farmer for most of his life. He started carving in 1916 and continued through the early 1930's. |
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K320 Hand carved wooden Scaup decoy from Crisfield, Maryland. Carver unknown. Original flat hand-hammered weight intact on bottom. |
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K298 Signed and dated hand carved Shore Bird with “Earl M. Brinton” and “1979 Cherry” inscribed on the underside of the bird’s tail area. |
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**SOLD** RM1543 19th century New England small firkin bearing original grey painted surface. Staved and bentwood construction with wire bail swing handle with wooden handle grip. |
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J414 Late 18th century slight beehive bowl with distinct turnings, a lipped rim, and slightly raised foot bearing a beautiful dry red painted surface and natural patina interior with evidence of slow turnings and extensive chop marks. Slightly out of round. Image Properties |
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K268 Early tin fluted bottom candle holder bearing strong remnants of the original pumpkin and black painted surface. Nice, wide finger loop and large center candle socket with rolled edges. All solder joints are secure. |
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K287 Early 19th century identified and dated, hand-stitched sampler by “Jane Mc Creath Aged 9 in the year 1841”. A verse: “Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth * Jesus wept” and a row of initials is stitched below the alphabet bands. |
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**SOLD** K282 Folk Art wooden Pig Bank bearing wonderfully realistic painted surface with maker’s mark of “M” on the bottom. Uniquely hand carved, hollow body with detailed carved snout, tail, teats and legs. The ears are made of leather. A metal plate is screwed on bottom for access to savings inside. |
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K281 Wonderful double sided Trade Sign advertising “L. R. CASE” and signed “Wightman” on both sides. Wooden sign retains original white lettering on a black sand painted background and boasts a white painted stripe / border around its entirety. |
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K285 Early 19th century identified and dated, hand-stitched sampler by “Jane Forty Aged 9 years February the 9 184_”. A verse: “Remember thy Creator in the days of thy youth * Godliness with contentment is great gain” is stitched below the alphabet bands. Sampler is stitched with what appears to be cotton threads in blue and ecru/tan colors over linen material. |
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K278 19th century Western Pennsylvania region Wax Sealer canning crock with three cobalt blue stripes decorating the front. Circa 1875. Cobalt stripes alternate with straight and squiggly lines which adds to the visual appeal of this crock. Slightly tapered sides with wax sealer rim. |
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RM1541 Diminutive Pennsylvania Wall Box featuring canted sides and a tombstone shaped back with a hole for hanging. The wood is walnut and retains its original old finish. Circa 1840s. |
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K288 Early Green Glass Wine Bottle featuring bubbled glass, a kicked-in bottom, and an applied rim. |
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**SOLD** K195d Miniature round finger lapped pantry box with original Windsor green painted surface. The body and lid are wooden pegged steamed and bentwood construction, with the opposing finger laps being secured with tiny tacks. |
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K263 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania looking glass featuring an exceptional stepped molding frame with boldly rounded edges retaining its original red painted surface. Appears to be the original silvered mirror. Combination of square head and “T” nail construction. The wood is pine. |
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**SOLD** K262 Small Pennsylvania peg rack with three wooden pegs and beaded edges along top and bottom in old green/blue painted surface over the original red paint. Each of the pegs are mortised through the back board. |
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K279 Trade sign - advertising “Regular Dinner 50c, Chicken Dinner 50c, and Turkey Dinner 50c.” Letters are painted on board in black and red on a white background with a green border. Sign boasts a green painted applied molded wood edge on all sides. |
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K276 Victorian multi-tiered Cast Iron Bird Bath / Fountain with pineapple shaped top. This bird bath / fountain consists of three cast iron sections as seen in photos. Solid cast iron with great weathered surface. |
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K289 Quaint Folk Art handmade wooden Bird House featuring an original red painted slatted round bottom portion with conical shaped tin roof bearing a scalloped edge with green paint that provides approximately a 1 ¼” overhang to the bottom. |
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K277 Matching pair of small ornate Cast Iron Garden Urns retaining old weathered surfaces. Urns are solid cast iron with embossed scalloped patterned rims resting on square bases. |
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*SOLD* K236 Very early 19th century New England Chest over drawers / Mule Chest with two dovetailed drawers bearing original green painted surface. The lid has molded edge and is attached with snipe / cotter pin hinges. Pine, one board, “T” nail and rosehead nail construction resting on high cut out shaped feet. Circa 1800. |
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K261 Late 18th century Pennsylvania Wall Box in the original green and yellow paint with slanted lift lid over three dovetailed drawers. Heart shaped cutout at top for decorative / hanging purposes. Divided interior. Dovetailed case. Circa 1790 – 1810. From a Pennsylvania private collection. |
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**SOLD** K239 19th century miniature Pennsylvania chest of drawers / dresser chest retaining wonderful original pale mustard painted surface with detailed hand painted roses and other decorations resting on raised turned feet. Pine chest features four drawers and a cutout backsplash. Tiny square head nail construction. Circa early 1800’s. |
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K252 19th century small round wallpaper box from a Pennsylvania collection. Pasteboard construction covered on the outside with a geometrical print wallpaper with plain paper lines the interior. Sturdy with a tight-fitting lid. |
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K253 19th century Pennsylvania small oval wallpaper Hat Box or Bandbox. The outside of the oval pasteboard box is covered in wallpaper bearing a floral pattern in greens, reds, black, browns and pale blues. |
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K254 Dated and identified 19th century Pennsylvania oval wallpaper box signed “Laura Krauss 1832” in pencil on the bottom. The box is paperboard, hand stitched construction and is covered in a floral wallpaper in rich earth tones. Nice condition. |
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K259 Late 18th century New England nine spindle bow back Windsor Chair featuring a beautiful saddle seat, bamboo turned spindles and legs with a center stretcher fastened to side runners with bold turnings in beautiful yellow paint . Circa 1790–1810. |
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**SOLD** S477 19th century tall stool with the old dry apple green paint boasting a thick round top and great splay to legs. Nice and sturdy. Circa 1860. |
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K238 Beautiful example of a rare 1930s cast iron carnival / circus shooting game target featuring a Dove and Tulip figural cutout on opposite ends. |
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K250 Extremely sturdy 19th century original blue painted woven splint gathering basket, with the initial "K" painted in white inside a red square directly on the top of handle. This wonderful basket boasts double steamed and bent rims that are single wrapped and a thick, steamed and bent handle that is woven into the sides of the basket. The bottom of the basket features a slightly kicked up bottom for ventilation and even weight distribution. |
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K271 19th century Baltimore, Maryland Peter Herman one gallon Crock Pitcher – stamped “I”. This small stoneware pitcher was made in Baltimore circa 1850 to 1870. |
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RM1540 Hand carved Heart shaped decorative wooden wallpaper stamp with handle. Natural surface. Solid wood. |
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**SOLD** RM1539 Well used late 19th century wooden soap box with original blue painted surface. Pine, wire nail construction featuring canted sides with a worn, natural interior surface that retains white stains and an age crack in the bottom board from years of lye soap use and exposure to water. |
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K280 Extremely RARE 19th century miniature Wallpaper Box in outstanding condition. Paperboard, handstitched construction – covered in hand painted wallpaper bearing a floral motif on the lid with red, white yellow, pale green and blue paint decoration on the sides. From a Pennsylvania collection. Sturdy with a tight-fitting lid. |
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K251 19th century New England Chair Table, with the original red paint. The four-board pine top with generous overhang allows for comfortable seating. The chair base consists of a simple design that is fully mortised and pegged. Circa 1820s. |
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**SOLD** K225 Early 20th century Folk Art hand carved Frog Ice Fishing Decoy with jointed body and free moving front legs. Glass eyes and hand painted surface. Carved in the style of Duluth Fishing Decoys, however it is unmarked. |
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*SOLD* K227 Early 20th century Folk Art hand carved Patriotic Ice Fishing Decoy branded D.F.D. on the bottom featuring original red, white and blue painted surface. Wooden body features carved details on the gills and mouth areas with glass eyes and the tin fins retain hand painted stars to match those around the head. Solid wood body with metal weights embedded into the fish’s underbelly. |
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K232 Large, late 19th century Apothecary jar with tin lid. The jar is a hand-blown clear glass with remnants of the pontil on base. The glass is wavy with minor air bubbles. |
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K220 New England storage box / trunk retaining original green painted surface with the initials “L.D.M.” hand painted in black on the top of lid. The top, front and sides of the box are adorned with a black pinstriping detail. Original forged iron handles remain intact on each end. Circa 1850s-1860s. |
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K224 Hand Carved and Painted Curlew Shorebird Decoy signed and branded on bottom of base “E. Stough”. Decoy features defined tail and wings with glass eyes and a long, downward curved wooden bill. |
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K231 Canada Goose Decoy carved by R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre De Grace, MD in original paint. |
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X464 Samuel Danforth pewter deep dish ca. 1805; single reed rim dish with two round Samuel Danforth spread eagle marks |
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K200 Set of three 19th century heavy pewter graduated measures with handles. All three are double hallmarked by their handles. |
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**SOLD** K186 18th century Pewter ink well fitted with five quill holes and hinged lid covering its original removeable white porcelain insert ink pot. Circa 1780s – 1800. |
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K183 Early 20th century New England Folk Art Wooden Whale Weathervane with original black painted surface. Hand-hewn solid wooden body with metal eyes. Mounted in a turned wooden base for display purposes. |
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**SOLD** K199 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted wooden Lantern featuring four bubbled glass panels contained within a wooden pinned and post construction frame with chamfered corner posts. Circa 1870s. |
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K222 Trade Sign advertising ‘Jacob Winters - Coppersmith and Boilermaker – New & Used Kettles’ hand painted in mustard letters with red shadowing /accents on a black painted background. The sign boasts half of a copper kettle applied in the center with applied shaped molding along the top edge and applied decorative wooden pillars on each side of the lettering. This mid-20th century Trade Sign was made to look like those of the early 1900s. |
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H1004 Late 19th century wooden Country Store Advertising Riser in original red painted surface with "Universal Food Chopper" painted in gold letters around the top. This stand was used as a store display for Universal Food Choppers for sale in the late 1890’s – early 1900s when the tool became a necessity in kitchens for grinding meats and vegetables. |
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**SOLD** K194 Patriotic Folk Art hand painted double sided wooden Uncle Sam Flag Holder. The stoic figure is holding a tattered American flag bearing 48 stars. Circa early 20th century. |
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**SOLD** K197 19th century green painted half-round shaped tin and glass Hunting / Barn lantern with glass front panel that raises easily for access to the interior candle socket. The top features a round punched/pierced tin chimney/hood. A sturdy shaped tin handle intact on the back. |
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J126 Late 19th century Pennsylvania original Mustard painted apothecary / spice cabinet featuring an unusual 18 drawer layout with brass knobs. The drawer stretchers are mortised into the ends. A decorative cut out backsplash adorns the back while a chamfered edge surrounds the other three sides of the top. |
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K217 Early 1900’s large Pull-Toy Riding Horse on original red painted and decorated wooden platform with metal wheels. The solid wooden horse features hand carved and painted nose/mouth and hooves, a very well-worn mohair covering, glass eyes and leather saddle/tack resting on an original red painted platform with mustard paint decoration and four original metal wheels that move freely. |
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K204 Cast Iron three-legged Hanging Fry Pan in the style of an 1800’s Savery & Co. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania pan. At some point, this pan was converted to a hanging kettle with a stationery hand forged iron handle and rotating iron loop at the top. |
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K203 Large 18th century dovetailed Copper Gooseneck Tea Pot bearing ‘V I’ carved into the underside of the sturdy bail handle. Snug fitting lid with turned finial. The spout is secured with rivets. No holes in bottom, however there is evidence of a very small, early repair to handle. Circa mid-1700s. |
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RM1538 Late 19th century Oyster shipping bucket in original painted surface with ‘RR Higgins & Co Boston’ hand stenciled in black paint on front. The number ‘1641’ is stenciled in black paint on the front and top of the lid. |
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K210 Early Fireplace Bellows in original green and gold paint decorated surface bearing a stenciled compote of fruit with leaves. Wood and leather construction with brass nozzle. Brass tacks secure the leather in place. |
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**SOLD** K208 Exceptionally well made, large, sturdy Pennsylvania hand-woven split oak gathering basket with notched side handles in its original Spanish Red painted surface. Tightly woven with a bumped-up bottom, double rim, and deeply notched, steamed and bent handles. |
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**SOLD** K212 Great, early 19th century matching pair of tall wedding band hog scraper candlesticks with brass wedding bands, working push-ups and finger curls for carrying at top rims. |
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**SOLD** K155 Identified late 18th century Pennsylvania sack back Windsor armchair bearing its original black painted surface. Signed on bottom ‘M. Stoner’. Circa 1790. A nice 7-spindle example with carved saddle seat, ring & vase turnings in all original condition. |
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K175 19th century Pennsylvania small hanging corner cupboard bearing original gray painted surface and applied molding along the top. Mortised and pegged door opens to reveal a white painted interior with shelf for added storage. Circa 1860s-1880s. |
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K195B Pennsylvania turned wooden treenware spice container / trinket box featuring a threaded, slightly domed lid adorned with inlaid mother of pearl at the top button and a narrow rim foot. This style of container is attributed to the Lancaster-Lebanon County region of Pennsylvania. |
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K195A Early 19th century wooden Sock Darner adorned with the name “Mary” and decorated with a very detailed bird perched upon a branch, leaves, a rose and detailed pansy flowers. Solid wood with bulbous end and turned finial on handle's end. Pictures do not do it justice! |
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K195C Wooden Sock Darner - possibly Shaker - bearing faint remnants of black painted bands around the top and bottom of the threaded handle as well as along the edge of the top. Mushroom shaped top bears wear from many years of use. The wood appears to be maple with a lacquered finish. |
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K179 19th century Matching pair of ornate Cast Iron Garden Urns retaining old white painted surfaces. Urns are solid cast iron with leaf patterned rims resting on square bases. |
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**SOLD** K178 19th century cast Iron multi-arm Plant Stand with ornamental arched tripod base bearing original white painted surface. The stand is constructed of an iron center post with six attached iron arms supporting cast iron pans that can hold a total of nine plants. Circa 1840s – 1870s. |
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**SOLD** K213 Charming wrought iron garden bench / settee featuring heart shapes decorating the back and shaped legs. This sturdy, solid metal bench retains its original green painted surface and is in great condition. Circa 1900 – 1920s. |
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K182 High head Canvasback Drake Decoy carved by Bob McGaw (1879-1958) of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Original staple, ring, and weight intact on bottom. Surface bears multiple layers of old working paint with original painted surface showing in some areas – and bears evidence of being shot over. |
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**SOLD** K190 Early Bluebill Hen Decoy carved by R. Madison Mitchell (1901 - 1993) of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Circa late 1940’s. Working decoy with original painted surface and original weight, ring and staple intact on bottom. |
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K191 Early 20th century Lithographed Tin Sand Pail with original wire bale and wooden handle. Prominently signed “T Bro’s” by the seam. (“T. Bro’s” was a maker of toys from Parsons, Pennsylvania in the early 1900s.) |
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K181 Eastern Shore, Maryland hand woven footed Oak Splint Basket featuring tapered sides resting on single wrapped, steamed and bent footed base. The tall, sturdy, steamed and bent handle is woven into the sides and is secured with tiny tacks into the single wrapped, double rim that matches the footed base. |
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K188 18th century Pewter inkwell fitted with four quill holes and hinged lid covering its original removeable porcelain ink pot. Circa 1780s – 1800. |
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**SOLD** J455 Nice, early 19th century Eastern Shore, Maryland original mustard painted worktable featuring a two-board scrub top resting on an apron with mortised and pegged, gracefully tapered Hepplewhite legs. The wood is yellow pine. Circa 1800-1820s. |
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H194A Late 18th to early 19th century Bow-Back Windsor Chair retaining its original bittersweet red painted surface with seven spindle back raised on slightly splayed legs joined by an H-form stretcher. Circa 1790 – 1810. |
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G220 Early-mid 19th c American painted ogee wood frame Looking Glass/ Mirror, circa 1830 , with the original red paint with original distressed looking glass intact undisturbed, |
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**SOLD** E277 Early 19th century Document Box bearing its original pumpkin painted surface. Dovetailed construction with original hardware. Signed and dated 1822 on bottom. The wood is poplar. |
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G221 Wonderful 18th century Pennsylvania wooden turned compote bearing the original old untouched surface. Notice the shaped stem with hand hewn bottom and beautifully turned bowl bearing nicely incised rings and evidence of slow lathe turnings. Circa 1780. |
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**SOLD** K166 Cobalt blue decorated Stoneware Crock Lamp attributed to southeastern PA area. The cylindrical crock is prominently stamped “1” and is decorated with hand painted swags witha flower adorning each side |
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K192 Skillfully made heavy hand-woven natural Splint Oak basket with a squared, double wrapped, double wooden rimmed top that tapers slightly to a squared bottom. |
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K162 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania original cream painted Wall Shelf. Classic lines with nice, applied molding underneath the center of top and rounded front corners with a beaded edge surrounding the top. Circa 1850s. |
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F238 19th century wooden Peel Board / Cutting board bearing old gray painted surface. The runners you see showing are actually the bottom of the peel board, but for display purposes, it looks more interesting with the runners showing. |
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K108 Handmade 20th Century Folk Art Owl Tree with three different, beautifully hand carved and polychrome painted wooden Owls resting on steamed and bent branches. Mounted in a wooden base for display purposes. Signed, and branded on bottom, "Ken Kirby". |
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J309 Signed Hog scraper push-up candlestick bearing original natural surface. |
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K168 19th century hand painted oil on board Portrait of a distinguished looking, well-dressed Gentleman. Exceptionally detailed facial features and clothing. Unsigned. |
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*SOLD* K173 Rare, early 19th century original green and black Smoke paint Decorated Lancaster County, Pennsylvania dovetailed document box bearing the initials “I.H.H.” with a leaf motif on each end of the letters painted in gold along the front edge of the lid. A brass Hepplewhite Federal style handle / pull is attached to the top center of the lid and bears what appears to be the initials “I H” engraved into the side of the handle itself. |
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K163 19th century signed Peter Hermann 2-gallon Cobalt Blue Decorated Stoneware Crock very clearly stamped “P HERMANN 2 G” . |
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K164 19th century cobalt blue decorated Stoneware Crock attributed to Remmey of Philadelphia, PA. Fantastic hand brushed Cobalt fan-shaped flowers and leaves encircle the crock along the shoulder. Circa 1840s-1860s. Hairlines to bottom. |
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K165 19th century cobalt blue decorated 2-Gallon Stoneware Crock attributed to Peter Hermann (1825-1901) of Baltimore, Maryland. Prominently stamped “2” beneath one of the handles. Fantastic hand brushed Cobalt flowers and leaves encircle the crock along the shoulder. Circa 1840s-1860s. |
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K158 19th century Pennsylvania original yellow painted Wash Stand with one drawer over one door configuration with an applied scalloped gallery on top resting on a decoratively cut out apron / ends. Square head nail construction with dovetailed gallery and mortised panel door. Circa 1860s-1870s. |
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*SOLD* F201 Mid 19th century Exquisite Tall Bucket Bench from Shenandoah Valley Virginia Bucket Bench in the original bittersweet red paint, the shelves are double mortised through the ends, with a applied shaped gallery at the top |
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*SOLD* K169 19th century dovetailed, solid Copper Teapot with tall handle, gooseneck spout and snug fitting, hinged lid with acorn finial. |
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K152A Early - Mid 1800's Group of 12 dug clay pipes – several are embossed / engraved with various slogans (“Home Rule”), initials (T D), and pictural textures (florals/a harp/ribbing/basket weave/etc.) Grouping is in “as found” condition. Sizes vary. |
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K150 Full Size Swan Decoy found on the Eastern Shore, Maryland bearing second coat of working paint. Multi-pieced body – typical of the area found. Carver unknown. |
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K172 Signed Pennsylvania Folk Art hand carved and hand painted solid wooden sculpture of Rooster with glass eyes and tail feathers |
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*SOLD* K161 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania original mustard yellow painted Wall Shelf. Classic lines with nice, applied molding underneath the center of top and rounded front corners with a beaded edge surrounding the top. Very sturdy. The wood is pine. Square head nail construction. Circa 1850s. |
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RM1535 Bluebill Hen carved by a member of the Holly family – attributed to James Holly (1855-1935) - of Havre de Grace, MD bearing a mix of its original paint and old working repaint with a thin coat of protectant / wax. |
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**SOLD** K171 Early 19th century Pennsylvania hand-hewn wooden trencher with carved handles bearing its original nutmeg color painted surface. Tight age cracks from age are visible, however they do not affect the integrity of the trencher. Very sturdy. Circa 1830’s – 1840’s. |
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K151 Pennsylvania Folk Art hand carved wooden sculpture of a white painted chicken with glass eyes. Maker’s initials “WLP” are carved into the bottom – where it is also signed and dated by the maker “Nov 01 – William L. Porterfield”, of Holtwood, PA. |
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A162 19th century wonderful original green painted hickory splint swing handle Basket from the collection of Prof. Charles Thomas in Leymaster, Pennsylvania. |
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D153 Stoneware Pitcher with Cobalt Floral Decoration. Baltimore, MD. Circa 1875. |
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E80 Vintage German papier mache rabbit candy container glass eyes Easter bunny |
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J50B Early 20th century German Rabbit Candy Container - made of a paper mâché / composite material (not flocked). Removable head with glass eyes. Circa 1920's-1930's. |
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J50 Easter Candy Container - Flocked Rabbit in crouched position with right paw stretched forward. Circa 1940. Brown color, flocked surface. |
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G321 19TH CENTURY EARLY SOUTHERN LADDERBACK ARM CHAIR in beautiful original blue paint, two slats back. Chair has a replaced cane seat which is sturdy, professionally done. Circa 1860. |
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*sold K156 Late 19th century original pumpkin painted wooden country store Coffee Bin advertising ”120 pkg’s Jersey Coffee“ stenciled in black on the front, and “C A & Co. Pittsburgh, PA” stenciled in black on the back. Circa 1885 – 1890’s. |
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H323 19th century wooden bowl with original dry mustard paint. Bowl is slightly out of round with a broad top rim that gently tapers and shows prominent evidence of slow lathe turnings. |
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K160 Folk Art carved wooden Rooster mounted on tall turned wooden base for display purposes. Solid wood with detailed carved feathers, applied wings and hand painted, with glass eyes. Branded and signed by maker on bottom "Ken Kirby". |
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K157B Wrought iron tall Footed Hearth Trivet with a Y pattern resting on three padded feet with a nice dark patina to the iron. Probably late 20th century. |
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K159 Canvasback Decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre De Grace, MD in original paint. Decoy is branded "L H C" in three locations on bottom. |
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K143 High head Canvasback Drake Decoy by Havre de Grace, Maryland carver Bob McGaw (1879-1958). Original staple, ring, and weight intact on bottom. |
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K63 19th century tall handled chip-carved butter print stamp of Pennsylvania origin depicting a tied Sheaf of Wheat. Natural patina surface with age cracks. |
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B637 Early 19th century Pennsylvania Salt Box with the original red paint. Dovetailed case featuring an arched back with hole for hanging. The wood is walnut. Circa 1820. |
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K147 Rare Dentzel Carousel hand painted panel from the Lenape Park Carousel in the area of Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. The beautiful wooden panel retains its ornately carved edges and bears its original polychrome painted surface featuring a hand painted duck in the center. |
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K146 Exceptionally nice mid – late 19th century Pennsylvania hand woven split oak Buttocks or “Butt” basket bearing natural patina surface. |
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K144 Fantastic mid-19th century New England original blue painted oval pantry box. Steamed and bentwood oval form construction tacked opposing finger-laps secured to the top and bottom with tiny tacks and wooden pegs. |
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K130A Set of two Cast Iron Oxen bearing original red and white painted surfaces made by the Hubley Manufacturing Company of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Circa early 1900’s. |
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K153 Early 19th century pewter tankard with round knob finial and owner’s initials, “I.M.T.”, decoratively engraved on top of the hinged lid. |
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**SOLD** K145 Oversized Strawberry Pin Cushion constructed of red velvet with yellow thread seeds and hand appliqued green felted wool cap. Sawdust filled. |
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K136 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania original robin egg blue painted Jelly Cupboard featuring an applied dovetailed gallery, two dovetailed drawers over two fully mortised and pegged doors, nice high cut out foot, and half-moon cut out ends. Circa 1850s. |
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K121 19th century half-moon shaped tin and glass Hunting / Barn lantern featuring a prominent glass panel in front with a hinged door in back that opens easily for access to the interior candle socket. The top features double hoods to protect the internal candle flame from wind/rain. A sturdy shaped tin handle on top. |
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K137 Wonderful early 19th century Pennsylvania one door cupboard in original red painted surface featuring cut out feet, applied molding around the top and a panel door that is fully mortised and pegged. Clean interior with sturdy shelves for storage. Square head nail construction. Circa 1810s-1820s. |
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H952C 19th century turned wooden Mortar and Pestle in original black painted surface. Nicely turned shape with simple incised ring around the outside and a molded interior lip surrounding the opening of the Mortar. Natural patina interior. |
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K82 Early 19th century Pennsylvania Mortar and Pestle bearing original blue painted surface. A large, vertical open age crack along one side of bowl was packed at some point with fabric. A great “make-do” repair, of which remnants remain inside the crack. |
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**SOLD** RM1533 Early 19th century New England hand turned wooden bowl with slightly raised footed base retaining its original pewter gray paint with remnants of old blue paint. Thick walled with incised ring around outer edge of the rim. Slightly out of round. |
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Q475 Pair of Paul Gibson Canvasback Decoys. Circa 1950's from Have de Grace, MD. The initials "S.J." are painted in red on the bottom of each decoy. |
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**SOLD** K138 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania original dark Windsor green painted lidded storage box featuring a dovetailed case with applied molding around top and bottom. "T" and square head nail construction. The wood is pine. Circa 1850s. |
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K132 19th century Philadelphia, Pennsylvania wallpaper Hat Box or Bandbox. The outside of the oval pasteboard box bears remnants of wallpaper bearing a pastel floral pattern. The interior and bottom are covered in Philadelphia newspapers dated 1858. |
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**SOLD** K131 19th century Pennsylvania wallpaper Hat Box or Bandbox. The oval pasteboard box is covered with wallpaper bearing a blue and white floral / paisley pattern on a bittersweet red background. |
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**SOLD** K133 19th century Pennsylvania wallpaper Hat Box or Bandbox of wood and pasteboard construction. Outside bears wallpaper with geometric / floral patterns in brown, white and blue colors. Interior and bottom is covered in newspaper dated 1858 from Lancaster and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania areas, as well as pages from an early school primer showing handwriting practice. |
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K118 18th century rare, non-adjustable hand forged Floor Standing Wrought Iron Rush Light with Candle Holder. Circa 1750-1780. |
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*SOLD* K120 19th century Tin Lantern with rare-style adjustable hinged reflector panel. Thick wires attached vertically to fronts of three glass panels are for protection of fingers/hands from hot glass. Fluted vent cover at top with attached shaped tin handle. |
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K97 Large cluster of black colored stone fruit grapes with a wooden stem. Great condition. |
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**SOLD** K141 Stunning Cobalt Blue glass bottle from New England. Heavily bubbled glass bearing a sheared top with applied lip and rough pontil mark on bottom. Circa 1740’s – 1800’s. |
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**SOLD** J63C Early 19th century iron “hogscraper” push up candlestick in old red painted surface. Retains original thumb tab. Unmarked. |
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**SOLD** K142 Eastern Shore, Maryland full sized white swan decoy with multi-layered body / raised wings in the Talbot County style of carving. Unknown carver. Circa 1940’s. |
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RM1531 Canvasback Drake decoy carved by James Holly (1855-1935) of Havre De Grace Maryland bearing original pained surface. Tight crack to neck. Original staple, ring, and weight intact on bottom. |
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K130B 1920's Toyodo & Co (Japan) Wind-up Tin Toy depicting a Boy feeding a giant Chicken. Once wound up, the chicken pecks steadily. |
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**SOLD** K80C Unique New England small sized Urn shaped handwoven splint basket boasting original green painted surface. Tightly woven with applied delicate handles and double wrapped rim. |
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**SOLD** K78D Group of ten German Putz Sheep - each with painted eyes and dapple cloth covered composition bodies with freestanding wooden legs and painted hooves. Several of their collars are marked “Germany”. |
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K119 Nice 19th century red painted tin lantern with four wavy glass panels and a wire handle for hanging / carrying purposes. |
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K80B Pennsylvania small sized hand woven berry basket bearing its wonderful original dark green painted surface. |
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**SOLD** K107 Handmade 20th Century Folk Art Owl Tree with three different, beautifully hand carved and polychrome painted wooden Owls resting on steamed and bent branches. |
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*SOLD* K58 19th century chip-carved butter print stamp of Pennsylvania origin boasting a deeply carved Thistle and Leaves design. |
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*SOLD* K110 Jeremy "Jerry" Martin handmade tin adjustable student lamp painted blue with two electrified candles. Bears metal plate with “JM” and dated "2019" on bottom of base. |
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K123 Toy / Theatrical Tin Shield bearing its original painted surface boasting diagonal sections of red, yellow and blue with the outer edge bordered with a faded metallic color. |
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K79 Beautiful 18th century Pennsylvania original blue painted blanket chest with two dovetailed drawers. Six board construction with dovetailed case and tall footed, applied bracket base which is also dovetailed. |
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**SOLD** K128 Canvasback Drake Decoy by John Graham (1822-1912) of Charlestown, Maryland. Deeply branded “P.K. BARNES” on bottom. |
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K124 High head Canvasback Drake decoy carved by Robert "Bob" McGaw (1879-1958) of Havre de Grace, Maryland |
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RM1525 Canvasback Drake decoy carved by George Reed Lockard (1866-1931) from the Elk Neck area of Cecil County, Maryland - deeply branded "BAYARD" on bottom. Original staple, ring, and weight intact on bottom. Very tight crack to neck. Great surface bearing a second coat of working paint beautifully done by Charlie Joiner (1921-2015) of Chestertown, Maryland. |
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J242 Canvasback Decoy carved by Edwin Pearson (1863-1932) of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Surface has been professionally cleaned down to the original paint. Original weight, ring and staple remain intact on bottom. Image Properties |
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K96 19th century North Carolina original black painted Food Closet / Pie Safe with a total of 10 hand punched tins featuring pinwheels and hearts. The top two doors each feature three tins over two panel doors below and each end features two tins over a panel below. Basic applied molding surrounds the top. The case is fully mortised and pegged with square head nail construction and rests on raised feet. Circa 1840s-1860s. |
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K113 Beautiful Baltimore, Maryland cobalt blue decorated stoneware crock pitcher marked “Peter Hermann - 1 Gal” Circa 1870. Decorated with brushed cobalt flowers on front and the collar is decorated with swags on each side of spout. |
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K105 Pintail Drake Duck Decoy carved by R. Madison Mitchell – Signature and date inscribed on bottom: “R Madison Mitchell 1967”. Decoy bears its original painted surface with the original staple, ring and weight intact on bottom. |
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K115 Late 19th century /early 20th century Maryland Swan decoy - tack eyes. Unknown carver. Heavy, solid wood - with evidence of water use Traces of rig initials (unreadable) painted in black on bottom. |
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K81 Beautiful 19th century Pennsylvania mortar and pestle bearing its original dry, red painted surface. |
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*SOLD* K111 Jeremy "Jerry" Martin handmade tin adjustable student lamp painted green with two electrified candles. Bears metal plate with “JM” and dated "2019" on bottom of base. |
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K44 Sweet 19th century Pennsylvania miniature Blanket Chest with original mustard painted surface. Applied molding around both top, and bottom – resting on tapered applied feet. Clean, natural patina interior. The wood is pine. Circa 1870s. |
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RM1527 Early 19th century hand-blown green glass Onion Bottle / Demijohn / Wine Decanter. Bubbled glass, flared oval shaped funnel lip rim, and attached “stringing” band. |
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RM1528 Early 19th century Aqua Blue hand-blown glass Gin / Case bottle with applied neck and rim and rounded shoulders. |
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K93 19th century Pennsylvania set of shelves / bucket bench / plant stand having three tiered shelves bearing original blue painted surface with great wear from years of use. Square head nail construction with one of the supports across the back being mortised into the sides. Circa 1860s – 1880s. |
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K60 19th century chip-carved butter print stamp of Pennsylvania origin boasting a deeply carved Sunflower design. There is a very small, tight surface age crack visible. Very dry, natural patina surface. Carved from a single piece of wood. |
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K83 19th century Pennsylvania mortar and pestle bearing original, dry blue-gray painted surface. Nicely turned solid wood with rounded rim and decorative raised rings encircling the mortar, resting on a footed base. |
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X265 19th century Chip-carved butter print of Pennsylvania origin, Butter Print has a very nice, deeply carved flower design. There is a small age crack from wood shrinkage. |
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K86 Late 18th century New England sack-back Windsor armchair with original old green surface. Wide, saddle shaped one-board seat with spindle back and nicely shaped arms resting on turned legs secured with turned stretchers. Very sturdy with great wear from use. Circa 1780-1790s. |
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*SOLD* K78A German Putz Black Sheep - with bell and collar. |
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K78C Group of three German Putz Sheep - each with painted eyes, dapple cloth covered composition body with freestanding wooden legs and painted hooves. Two have their collars intact, one also has a bell on its collar. Slight damage visible to his nose and ears of the two larger sheep. |
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K78B German Putz Billy Goat with small, curved horns, painted eyes, a dapple cloth covered composition body with freestanding wooden legs and painted hooves. Damage visible to his nose and ears. |
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K33 19th century Pennsylvania Schoolmaster's Desk with slant lid and gallery resting on tapered legs bearing original dry red painted surface. Spectacular workmanship is evident throughout, especially in the molded panel details on the front and sides as well as the applied molding edges to the gallery and lid. The lid opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior with two slanting shelves. Square head nail construction. Circa 1860s – 1880s. |
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*SOLD* K80A Quaint Pennsylvania small sized berry gathering basket bearing its wonderful original dark green painted surface. Single wrapped rim with tightly woven sides. |
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*SOLD* K92 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania lidded wooden Sugar Bucket with the original, beautiful dry red painted surface. Tapered. staved and bentwood sides secured with three black painted iron bands. |
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K91 18th century rare diminutive American twisted wrought iron rush light / candle holder with arched tripod base resting on hand forged padded feet. |
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K49 Hand carved Folk Art Fish Decoy featuring original white, black and red painted and decorated surface with carved details for mouth and gills. Solid wooden body with stationery tin fins with painted details to match the body, tack eyes and a metal weight embedded into the underbelly. |
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K66 Early 20th century pair of Shore Bird rig mates – each is branded "T. SMITH". They have wooden beaks/bills, tack eyes and the surfaces bear remnants of original paint as well as evidence of being shot over. Mounted on newly made, black painted wooden bases for display purposes. |
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K64 Hand carved Folk Art Baby Bluebill Duck shaped fish decoy featuring original detailed painted surface and tack eyes. Wooden body with stationery tin wings and loose tin “feet” featuring painted details on all tin to match the body paint. Solid wood body with a metal weight embedded into the duck’s underbelly. |
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*SOLD* RM1524 Early 19th century Pewter Tankard with the initials "WSW" engraved on the side. Hallmarked inside on the bottom. Great condition with wonderful surface patina indicative of age. |
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K74 Rare Two-way Railroad signal lantern marked “L. Dorvaux Paris 1901” with removeable thick, yellow-colored textured glass panels. Multiple manufacturers are also identified in different areas of this lantern as the kerosene insert is marked “EUG. HALARD Paris” on the front and “POYARD” on the wick raiser knob. Tin and brass. |
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H480 – Early, tightly hand-woven oak splint egg basket boasting woven details at the juncture of the two main ribs. Original aged, natural patina surface. |
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K98 Mid-19th century Eastern Pennsylvania original red painted one door cupboard with applied molding around top and a nice cut out base. The single door is fully mortised and pegged with six original, wavy glass panes in the top over panels below. Square head nail construction. The wood is pine. Clean, natural patina interior. Circa 1850s. |
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**Sold**K72 Beautiful 19th century New England swing handle basket bearing its original bittersweet and green painted surface. Double rimmed, tightly woven with a hand carved, steamed and bent oak handle. Great condition. |
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K76 19th century Pennsylvania Checkers Game Board retaining its original black painted playing field against an original pewter gray background. Constructed from a single wide pine plank surrounded with applied wooden molded edge. The back of the board retains its untouched old natural surface. Great wear from years of use. Very sturdy. |
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K69 Early 19th century New England original blue painted and decorated pine blanket chest with the date 1817 painted on the front, along with the initials “SB” in Period script lettering. Hand painted swag and tassel decorations adorn the front and sides. Clean, natural patina interior with open top till and beautiful original strap hinges. Dovetailed case with dovetailed applied bracket base. Applied molding secured with “T” nails and early square head nails surrounds the lid. |
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K67 Miniature hand carved and painted wooden Eagle with tiny glass eyes and wire feet mounted on a small branch. Scratch paint decorated feather detail on carved/shaped wings and body of the Eagle. There is an unreadable signature ("E. L. Hoof...") on the side of the branch below the tail of the Eagle. |
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**Sold**K39 Nice, early 20th century hand-painted oil on artists board Winter Landscape painting. The scene depicts a house and a large red barn with a working windmill beside it. A person is depicted in front of the house with a raised arm, waving their greetings to the occupants of a double horse-drawn sled carrying several drivers / riders….while a small dog frolics close by in the snow. Unreadable signature in bottom far right corner. |
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**SOLD** K87 18th century hand-forged iron tabletop rush light with counterweight arm to keep the rush grippers tight. Mounted in a turned wooden base. Found in a Wilmington, Delaware Estate. |
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**Sold**K57 19th century Pennsylvania chip-carved butter print stamp of Pennsylvania origin boasting a deeply carved cross hatched stylized Tulip design bearing a heart shaped center petal. There is a small age crack from wood shrinkage. Very dry, natural patina surface. |
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K55 19th century chip-carved butter print stamp of Pennsylvania origin boasting a deeply carved Cow design. There is a small age crack from wood shrinkage. Very dry, natural patina surface. |
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K56 19th century Pennsylvania butter print stamp depicting a deeply chip-carved Pineapple with leaves. Small, tight surface cracks from age. Dry, natural patina surface. |
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F604 (F485) 19th century one-drawer table or stand in original red painted surface having a dovetailed drawer with brass pull, pegged on top, which is one board, and four-square tapered legs. The wood is birch throughout. New England, circa 1800. |
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K99 Handmade 20th Century Folk Art Owl Tree with three different, beautifully hand carved and polychrome painted wooden Owls resting on steamed and bent branches. Mounted in a turned base for display purposes. Signed, and branded on bottom, "Ken Kirby". |
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K52 Large hand carved wooden fish decoy with remnants of silver, black and white painted surface and stationery tin fins. Paint decoration to fins matches body. Carved details for mouth, gills and tail. Red glass eyes. Imbedded weight in underbelly. |
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**SOLD** K50 Hand carved Folk Art Fish Decoy featuring original green, black and orange painted and decorated surface with carved details for mouth and gills. Wooden body with stationery tin fins and tack eyes. Solid wood body with a metal weight embedded into the underbelly. |
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**SOLD** K51 Hand carved Folk Art Fish Decoy featuring original two-tone blue painted surface with black and silver painted details, including painted eyes. Wooden body with stationery tin fins featuring painted details on all tin to match the body paint. Solid wood body with two metal weights embedded into the underbelly. Great wear indicative of use. |
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RM1522 Civil War Spur with original leather strap and buckle and an early handwritten tag attached t a prosperous farmer and postmaster of Covington, VA.) |
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RM1523 Canvasback decoy carved by Scott Jackson (1852-1929) from Charlestown, MD. Great surface with second coat of working paint showing prominent brush strokes. A tag attached to bottom reads: “Collection of Dr. Edgar Burke…Species Canvasback…Locality…North East, Maryland….1880”. Tight crack to neck. Original weight and staple intact on bottom. Circa 1880s. |
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*SOLD* K35 Pair of framed Folk Art Colonial silhouettes (prints?) signed "TRONE". The artist, Jacquelyn “Jackie” Trone (1941-2020) from Reading, Pennsylvania, specialized in hand made Colonial style art since 1968 and was listed in the top 200 American Artists for over 20 years. Very good condition. |
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**SOLD** K41 Late 19th century pair of Folk Art hand painted wooden Indian Clubs bearing original polychrome paint decorated surfaces with great patina. Circa 1860s - 1900. NOTE: Indian clubs, a form of exercise equipment used for developing strength by swinging in various patterns, were very popular in the U.S. during the late Victorian era. |
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K46 18th century Pennsylvania framed hollow-cut silhouette of a woman against a black fabric background. Original frame and thick, bubbled glass that is secured via small “T” and square-head nails. The very early ring intact on top for hanging purposes also appears to be original. In this type of silhouette, the profile was cut out and discarded. Circa 1790 – 1810. |
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K22 Paper Mache' Soules and Swisher two-sided Horned Owl decoy with two original glass eyes on each side. Mounted on a wooden base for display purposes. Embossed words along the bottom of one side reads: “Soules Swisher” “Pat Pend” and “Decatur Illinois Pat Pend” on the opposite side. Decoy was used for pest control around homes/buildings and dates to the 1930s. Soules and Swisher (or Swisher and Soules) was a pest control company located in Decatur, Illinois. |
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**SOLD** K38 Beautiful 5-gallon cobalt blue decorated ovoid Stoneware Crock bearing squared rim and applied lug handles. Deeply impressed ‘5’ inside a circle is prominent at top. Possibly of Philadelphia or Baltimore origin. The misshapen rim creates an oval opening. Chip to base. |
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**SOLD** K25 Early 20th century Folk Art hand carved wooden chicken with wooden peg legs bearing original painted surface bearing lightly sponge painted details. Chicken is mounted on a blue painted wooden base for display purposes. Solid wood. No evidence of markings/signature. |
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**SOLD** K26 Small natural patina hand woven oak splint berry basket with hand carved, notched steamed and bent handle. Single wrapped rim. Great condition. |
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K29 Exceptional Lehigh County, Pennsylvania Folk Art hand carved wooden Eagle boasting deeply carved details to the feathers, feet, eyes and beak. A double row of very intricate carved patterns encircles the base. Solid wood bearing wonderful dry, natural patina surface. Great piece of Americana Folk Art. |
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____ Sturdy 19th century Maine Sea Chest in vibrant blue paint over the original blue paint. Dovetailed case with applied molded base. Clean, natural patina interior with lidded till and recessed storage area below till – Circa 1850s. |
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K28 Canvasback Decoy by John T. “Baby John” Evans Jr. of Crisfield, MD (1923-1994). Age crack in top of the back as seen in photos. Approximate decoy measurements: 15 ¾” long x 8” wide x 7 ½” tall. NOTE: Evans was a World War II Veteran, and a retiree of the Maryland National Guard after 27 years of service. He was also a (retired) carpenter and wood carver. |
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**SOLD** K30 Pair of Bufflehead decoys – original surfaces with glass eyes and original weights intact on bottoms. The attached tag reads: Attributed to carver Jim Van Brunt of Seatauket, NY (1902-1978). All original. These decoys were gunned over on Long Island Sound in the 1950s. Rare decoys as only a few were made for this diminutive and fishy tasting duck. Made of native white pine. |
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K48 Canvasback Drake Decoy carved by Capt. Ben Dye (1827-1896) of Perryville, MD bearing second coat of working paint. Original iron keel weight intact on bottom. Wear indicative of use. |
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**SOLD** K45 Signed and dated Blue Wing Teal duck decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre DeGrace, Maryland. Decoy bears its original painted surface featuring scratch painted wings. Engraved on bottom: “R. Madison Mitchell 1981”. |
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CP2 (P188) Exceptional early 19th century Augusta County, Virginia Food Safe / Pie Safe bearing its original salmon paint boasting the original hand-punched/pierced star tins, an applied gallery, and two drawers resting on high, tapered legs. The tins feature stars inside a circle, and are typical Shenandoah Valley, Virginia style with two rectangular oversized tins joined together by crimped/overlapping joints to create the visual effect of one very large tin on each door and both ends. The creatively placed punched quarter circles and rows of wide horizontal punches that accent the encircled stars on each of the individual tins create multiple visually appealing patterns when the tins are adjoined. Clean, natural patina interior. Mortised and pegged with square head nail construction. Circa 1820-1840. |
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K1 Late 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted splay legged bench with boot jack cut out feet and a drop apron with rounded ends on each side. Very sturdy. Circa 1880s. The wood is pine. |
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*SOLD* K14 18th century Pewter Plate with engraved scene including a fancy Carriage pulled by two horses, and several finely dressed people. The initials ‘T.W.M.’ are engraved at the top of the scene, and the date ’17-88’ is engraved below the scene. Several Hallmarks are visible on both the front and back, as well as a ‘Superfine Hard Metal’ marking on the back. |
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K4 Late 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted stool with remnants of ‘BARBARA’ hand painted in original yellow across the top and remnants of original white painted medallion decorations on each end. One end features a six-petal floral motif, and the opposite end features a four-heart clover motif. The stool boasts shaped ends with half-moon cut out feet and a drop apron on each side that is mortised through the legs. The wood is pine. |
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H964 Cutlery tray / knife box with curved center divider featuring an oval cutout for carrying purposes. Slightly canted sides. Small wire nail construction. |
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K9 Very early 20th century pair of matching solid cast iron Pineapple finials with geometric diamond shaped details on top with a series of detailed curved leaves below. Surface retains several layers of old white paint. Each finial is impressed with a marking that reads: ‘108 J’. Hole inside the bottom for mounting purposes. Extremely heavy. Circa 1900-1920s. |
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K10 19th century matching pair of , solid cast iron garden Urns bearing old black painted surface. |
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K13 New England Half Stock muzzle loading Fowler with Brass Cartouche Dated 1797. This gun was converted at some point from a flint musket. Fancy script initials are engraved on the brass cartouche above the date, and engraving detail on the hammer includes a deeply engraved ‘G’. Metal ramrod. |
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RM1521 Civil War Officer’s Stirrup – with early handwritten tag attached that reads: “Officer’s stirrup from Winchester Battlefield, October 18th, 1864 Presented by S.W. Lauck Harrisonburg, Va” The opposite side of the tag reads: “Property of Mrs. C. H. Revercomb”. |
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*SOLD* RM1519 American 45 Star Flag stamped “Horstmann Phila” on one edge and “4 X 8 FT” on the reverse edge. Linen with double sided appliqued stars. Machine stitching throughout. There are legible handwritten names in various places along the edges that read: “H. J. Jackson”, and “Willson”, as well as an additional unreadable name (and/or date). Very good condition with very small age holes. Circa 1896-1908. |
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RM1520 Civil War Cavalry Carbine Sling Buckle marked ‘E. Gaylord Chicopee Mass’, ‘US’, and ‘T.J. Shepard’. A double-sided hand written tag attached reads: “….This buckle was found in a deep ravine about three miles north of the battlefield at Port Republic, among some human bones, some years after the battle. A small piece of rotten leather was attached.” On one side and “From S. W. Lauck Harrisonburg Va” “Mrs. C. H. Revercomb Covington, Va.” On the reverse side. |
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J470 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted flat wall pantry. Two doors over two door configuration resting on cut out feet. The doors are all fully mortised and pegged. The case is square head nail construction. The 20” deep interior shelves are one board! Circa 1840s. Clean, natural patina interior. This is a very sturdy and well-made cupboard. |
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*SOLD* J461 18th century Pennsylvania splay leg Hepplewhite table with rounded edges on top bearing its original red painted base with scrubbed top. Apron and legs are mortised and pegged construction. Top is held in place with wooden pegs. Gracefully tapered legs bear beaded edges on outer corners, and a beaded edge runs along the bottom edge of the apron. Circa 1750’s. |
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K7 Early 19th Century 3 slat ladderback chair in original beautiful blue painted surface with nicely turned finials and a mustard painted woven seat. Seat has minor losses. |
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K3 Pair Charlie Joiner "wide billed" Canvasback Decoys – signed and dated: “Charlie Joiner Chestertown, MD 1965” on bottom of each decoy. Both decoys bear the original painted surface that shows true gunning wear, and each retains their original weight, staple and ring intact on bottom. |
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K20 1930s original red painted Handlan Railroad Train Signal Lantern stamped "Handlan St. Louis USA" and "BUG CO" around the top. Lantern retains the original thick red glass globe that is marked “Handlan-Buck”. |
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K19 1930s original blue painted Handlan Railroad Train Signal / Utility Lantern with clear Pennsylvania Railroad etched globe. Lantern is stamped “Handlan St. Louis USA” and “Elizabethtown Consol Gas Co” around the top. |
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RM1516 Pennsylvania original red painted double wall box with shaped ends and a tall, shaped back with a hole for hanging purposes. Mixed nail construction. Circa 1850’s – 1870s. |
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RM1457 Late 19th century New England very unusual form canted wall box in fantastic original blue painted surface. The inner lip of the front bears a hand-hewn rounded edge. Nice wear. Square nail and wire nail construction. |
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**SOLD** J474 Excellent double-sided wooden Trade Sign from a drycleaner – advertising “Men's Suits Top Coats Dresses plain 3 for $1. Or 39c Each” Hand painted letters and shadowing in red, black and yellow on a white background. The sign boasts a slightly curved edge along the bottom side and a black painted border outlines all edges on both sides. Circa early 1920’s. |
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**SOLD** J473 Wooden, single-sided Trade Sign advertising “Cash & Carry”. Lettering is hand-painted in red on a white background with pale green pinstripe along the top and bottom of the words. A red painted applied molding frames the front of the sign. One board wire-nail construction. Circa 1900-1920s. |
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J434 18th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania blanket chest with dovetailed case resting on turned feet. The paint decoration and absolutely spectacular artwork was added later. Identified on top of lid. Clean, natural patina interior with lidded glove till. Six-board construction with molded edge around the lid and applied molding around bottom. |
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**SOLD** RM1514 Canvasback Hen decoy attributed to “Wally” Algard (16 Aug 1883–7 May 1959) from Cecil County Maryland. Original weight, ring and staple intact on bottom. |
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RM1513 Rare Hubley full figural cast iron seated Monkey doorstop. Original painted surface with wear commensurate with age. Very heavy. Circa 1930s. |
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**SOLD** (3) Wooly Putz Sheep with fabric covered composition bodies and freestanding wooden legs. Priced individually. From left to right: J476B, J476A, J476C Wooly Putz Sheep |
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J475 Pair of small cast iron / bronze Terrier dog Bookends. Heavy. |
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J471A Group of three 13-Star Centennial Parade Flags. Each flag measurements approximately 6" tall - Flag part measures 2" x 3" |
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W370 Early 20th century copper Dog weathervane with weathered surface and good color. Hollow body with soldered seams and finely cut edges to simulate fur. Minor dents. |
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J187 Early gathering Basket with old blue painted surface. The basket boasts a double wooden banded top rim that is securely wrapped, a kicked in bottom for ventilation, and a nice, sturdy, deeply notched steamed and bent tall wooden handle. Heavy and very well made. It has a make-do repair over what appears to be a mouse hole, and a few very minor breaks, but is in very good condition overall. |
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J453 Mid 19th century original gray painted cutlery tray / knife box bearing canted sides and slightly raised center with cutout handle for carrying. A nice bevel edge surrounds the bottom board. Great wear indicative of years of use. Square head nail construction. Circa 1840s. |
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J462 Folk Art oil painting by Arthur E. Glazier (East Berlin, Pennsylvania, 1928-2015) depicting a Church scene with well-dressed congregants (and a small, loyal pup) arriving by foot and/or horse and buggy signed “A. Glazier” in the bottom right corner. |
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J463 19th century beautiful Cobalt decorated Baltimore, Maryland lidded cake crock. The cylindrical form is heavily cobalt decorated on all sides with highlights on the lug handles. Lid is also cobalt decorated. Incised rings at the tooled shoulder add to the visual appeal. Chips to rim and knob on lid, otherwise in good condition. |
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**SOLD** G168 19th century original blue painted Stool featuring a nice cut out design on each leg/end of the stool. The legs are double mortised through the top. Very sturdy. Circa 1840. The wood is white pine. |
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H967 Original Windsor green painted lidded firkin with tongue and groove softwood staved sides secured with tapered lap joint wood bands held in place with copper tacks. Remnants of maker's stamp visible on top of lid. Wooden swing handle attached by large buttonhead wooden pins. |
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J446 Fantastic double sided wooden trade sign advertising “Hay’s Restaurant” with a painted hand pointing the direction. The lettering and directional on each side is hand painted in original black paint with green highlighting / shadowing on a white background. Sign is nicely framed with an applied molding that boasts a black painted surface. The original forged iron brackets remain intact on the top sides. |
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*SOLD* J373 Tin Whale Oil lamp with wick chamber on a saucer base with handle for carrying. Nicely rolled edges and tightly soldered seams. The original chain and attached wick pick remain intact. Circa early to mid-1800s. |
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J454 New England 19th Century Pantry Box with old robin egg blue painted surface over the original red. Steamed and bentwood sides are secured with small metal tacks. The band is pegged on to the lid. |
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E534 Early 19th century New England wooden bail handle Pantry Box bearing the original dark blue painted surface. Heavy construction with tacked lap joints and a bentwood swing handle that is secured with wooden pegs. Clean, natural patina interior with the initials “H A” carved inside the lid. |
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J448 19th century Pennsylvania oval shaped double-sided wooden Trade sign with steamed and bent wooden framed edge advertising "Black Horse Hotel" above a black painted running horse with "T.D. Mohr 1868" painted below. A Masonic compass and square is painted in the center of the date. The lettering is hand done in black paint on a white painted background. The bentwood framing surrounding the sign is painted black. Double-sided, with one side showing a great deal more wear than the opposite side – indicating possible exposure to weather. Remnants of the original hand-forged iron hanger, secured with rosehead nails, remain on one side of the sign. NOTE: There was a “Black Horse Hotel” located in Kutztown, PA during this time period however, unfortunately; no evidence of “T.D. Mohr” could be found as its proprietor – although there were a number of Mohr family members living in that area during the 1860s. |
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J452 Late 19th century New England wooden framed mirror featuring hand painted Black-Eyed Susan flowers and a branch containing fall-colored leaves on a blue painted and textured background. Circa 1870s-1900. |
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**SOLD** J426 19th century Pennsylvania original pumpkin painted tabletop writing desk with hinged, slanted front that opens to reveal pigeonhole sections. Square head nail construction. Very sturdy. Circa 1860s-1870s. |
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J447 Rare and unusual form Pennsylvania original red painted locking Double Slide-Top Ballot Box with drawer. Dovetailed case is divided into two sections. Rounded edge molding surrounds the top and between the two sliding lids. Each of the lids have deeply beveled edges and bear three cut out slots. The lids open individually to reveal divided sections inside that coincide with the location of the slots. A shallow drawer runs the full length and width of the box below the upper sections. Circa 1840s |
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RM1510 Bluebill Decoy carved by James Holly (1855-1935) of Havre De Grace Maryland. Second coat of working paint with areas of original paint showing through. Original staple, ring and iron keel weight intact on bottom. NOTE: James Holly was the youngest son of John "Daddy” Holly, Sr. and was a boat builder and craftsman by trade. |
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J437 Full sized Upper Bay Canada Goose Decoy in original painted surface. Carver unknown. |
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J423 Large 4-fingered Shaker oval pantry box with 4 finely shaped tapered fingers. Steamed and bentwood constructed with a pine top and bottom and very thin maple or birch sides held in place with extremely tiny square nails and brass tacks. The fingers themselves are also secured with hand wrought brass tacks. . |
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J445 Group of three Kugels (green ribbed ball ~ 3” tall, red grapes ~3 ½” tall and silver/clear grapes ~3 ½” tall) Hand blown glass - nice weight and condition with original caps and rings. Made in Germany between 1840 and early 1900. The silver kugels are actually clear glass with mirrored interiors to give them the metallic appearance. |
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A251a Rare high head Canvasback Drake by Sam Barnes (Samuel Treadway Barnes 1847-1926) of Havre De Grace Maryland, 1st quarter 20th century early second coat of working repaint, with the remains of the original paint showing branded on the underside with a X. |
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*SOLD* RM1508 Early Redhead Drake Decoy carved by Joe Dye (1870-1931) of Havre De Grace, Maryland. Decoy is branded with a “T” on top of paddle tail. Original painted surface with evidence of being shot over. Original staple and iron weight intact on bottom. Joe Dye, son of carver Ben Dye (1827-1896), worked as a fisherman, gunner, and guide |
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J422 – J422F (7) clusters of Stone Fruit Grapes with wooden stems. Clusters replicate White, Golden and Black Grape variations. Each cluster measures between 6” and 7” long. Sold individually. |
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RM1506 Early 1900’s Canvasback Drake Decoy carved by Henry Lockard (1868-1944) of Elk Neck, Maryland with raised neck seat and long nostril carving. Decoy bears a repainted surface done by Severin Hall of North East, MD |
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J413 19th century Pennsylvania bail handle Pantry Box with lid. Light blue painted surface over the original darker blue paint. Steamed and over lapping bentwood sides are secured with small metal tacks. The sides of the pantry box are fitted with a pair of metal handle mounts securing an arched wire swing handle with wooden hand grip. Heavy construction with tightly fitting lid. |
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J425 Hubley Manufacturing Company Cast Iron Fox Terrier Dog door stop bearing its original painted surface. The seams are tight, and it is held together with a flat head screw on the left side. Circa 1930’s-40’s |
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J403 Early 20th century Lithographed paper on wood Noah's Ark Toy with 10 lithographed cardboard animals with wooden bases, three lithographed cardboard people with wooden bases and two cloth flags for the roof of the ark. Both wooden roof supports are also present – and retain the lithographed paper on each of the ends. Circa 1920’s – 1930’s. |
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BF1 (H58) Late 19th century Painted Wood Duck Pull Toy with beautiful colors of pumpkin and green and black. The Wings flap up and down when the Duck is pulled forward. It is mounted on a wooden base with wooden wheels in working condition. |
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H974 North Carolina canvas covered swan decoy in preening pose. High arched back. Maker unknown. |
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RM1505 Canvasback decoy carved by Scott Jackson (1852-1929) from Charlestown, MD. Original weight, staple and ring intact on bottom. Great surface with second coat of working paint. Circa 1920’s. |
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J414 Late 18th century slight beehive bowl with distinct turnings, a lipped rim, and slightly raised foot bearing a beautiful dry red painted surface and natural patina interior with evidence of slow turnings and extensive chop marks. Slightly out of round. |
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**SOLD** J272 Beautiful blue painted Mortar and Pestle featuring detailed band-style turnings and a footed base. |
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J401 Wood Advertising Sign for Debus Bread. Single sided with the lettering being hand painted in red with white and dark red shadowing on a yellow background. A sage green painted border surrounds the edges of the sign. |
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J394 Sturdy, tall, round, hand-woven oak splint field basket featuring a double steamed and bent, double wrapped rim. Bumped up bottom for ventilation. Tightly woven with an open weave area on each side to provide “handles” at the top. |
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*SOLD* J393 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania original red painted pine shelf with shaped, dropped sides and a molded edge along the apron. Square head nail construction. Circa 1850s-1860s. |
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G680C Canvasback Drake decoy carved by Jim Pierce of Havre de Grace, MD. Original painted surface. Original staple, ring and weight intact on bottom. Homemade secondary weight attached via vintage cotton cord. |
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J381 18th century original gray-blue painted New England Kas with two doors boasting rattail hinges and three inset panels on each of the doors as well as on each end. Post and panel, rose head and square head nail construction with handmade molded/beaded-edges adorning each post and panel on the cupboard as well as along each edge of the doors.. Circa 1770 – 1800. |
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J388 Late 18th Century or early 19th century framed Miniature hand colored Portrait Painting of an unknown Gentleman. The frame retains its original gilt brass fittings and glass. |
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**SOLD** J369B Hand forged Iron hanging Betty Lamp / Whale / Fish Oil Lamp with sliding reservoir cover, iron spike hanger and internal wick support. Heavy. Fantastic surface with evidence of hand forging / filing. Approximate measurements: 10” tall with spike hanger. Purchased from a Delaware Estate. |
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J380 Mid 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted dry sink featuring tall cut out feet and half-moon cut out ends, mortised well with shaped ends, and beaded edges around the doors. Clean, natural patina interior. Square head nail construction. |
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J374 18th century rare, and very unique carved wooden book shaped hand warmer. The edge that resembles the pages of the book bears a sliding door lined with a heavy sheet metal that is signed by the maker: “J BRADLEY”. The sliding door opens to reveal a copper lined interior with a block of heavy metal. The metal block was heated in the fire/coals then placed inside the lined box. The wood is walnut. Circa 1720’s-1730’s. |
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J357 Late 19th century paint decorated Mirror with crest, very unusual form, dated to the late nineteenth century, with the original old wavy mirror. |
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J292 Early 19th century Federal style Mirror featuring a hand-painted reverse painting of three tall-masted ships on the ocean/sea. The center ship bears several pennants and an early US flag flying proudly from its masts. The sturdy, solid wooden frame features detailed moldings, reeded sides and medallion corner blocks and bears its original pumpkin and yellow painted and decorated surface. Original mirror remains intact. Circa 1810. |
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J349 Early 19th century Grain Bin bearing original gray paint with a dovetailed case and shoe feet. Slanted lift-lid opens to reveal a clean, divided interior. |
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**SOLD** J342 Hand carved Folk Art Crawfish shaped fish decoy featuring original detailed painted surface and glass eyes. Wooden body with stationery tin clays and wire “legs” featuring painted details on all tin to match the body paint. |
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RM1497 Framed Folk Art watercolor paper cut out (Sherenschnitte, or Scissor Art) depicting a pig encircled by a wreath of leaves inside a rectangular border with hand colored squares with alternating hearts and flowers |
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J353 19th century Pennsylvania original Tomato Red painted Cutlery tray / knife box with curved center divider featuring an oval cutout for carrying purposes. Nicely canted sides. Wire nail construction. Circa 1880s. Very dry surface with wear indicative of use. |
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J360 Early 19th century Pennsylvania adjustable height double-arm wooden candle holder. Candle height is easily adjusted by spinning the arm up/down on the threaded central shaft. Shaft is anchored in a crossed/mortised shoe-feet styled base. Simplistic and functional piece with exceptional original surface bearing wonderful patina from years of use. Circa 1900-1910. (Candles not included) |
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J352 19th century Pennsylvania original Soldier Blue painted Cutlery tray / knife box with curved center divider featuring an oval cutout for carrying purposes. Slightly canted sides. Square head nail construction. Very dry surface with wear indicative of use. Circa 1840 – 1850’s. |
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J347 Early 19th century New England grain bin boasting spectacular original Pumpkin painted surface. Bin features a lift lid with divided interior, three graduated faux drawers with molded edges on the front – and rests on tall cut out feet. Rosehead and square head nail construction. Circa 1800 – 1820’s. |
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J356 19th century oversized wooden Skeleton Key Locksmith’s Trade Sign from Baltimore, Maryland. Very weathered surface retains traces of the original gold painted surface with remnants of layers of paints including silver and gray. The rounded end has been covered with tin at some point. |
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J354 Early 20th century Folk Art Ship Model attributed to Lloyd Tyler of Crisfield Maryland bearing its original red, black and white painted surface. Model features great attention to details, such as a hand-carved propeller, realistic air vents and smokestack, metal rimmed portholes, incised windows and a wire railing. Lloyd J. Tyler (1898 - 1971) was a folk artist, and Decoy carver who grow up in the waterfront community of Crisfield, Maryland, on the Eastern Shore. |
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*SOLD* J358 Early tin ‘cake-pan’ candle holder bearing strong remnants of the original green painted surface. Nice, wide finger loop holder with rolled edges and working thumb-tab push up. All solder joints are secure. Unsigned. Great wear and patina! |
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J351 Hand carved Folk Art Baby Duck shaped fish decoy featuring original detailed painted surface and glass eyes. Wooden body with stationery tin wings and loose tin “feet” featuring painted details on all tin to match the body paint. Solid wood body with a metal weight embedded into the duck’s underbelly. From a Wappinger Falls, NY collection |
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J260 Half-sized Canvasback Drake Decoy in the sleeper pose. Original painted surface. Unsigned. No evidence of ever having a weight/rigging on bottom. Great |
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J328 Upper Susquehanna Flats Canvasback Decoy – very folky carving – carver unknown. Original weight and rigging intact on bottom. |
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RM1495 Early solid tin round candelabra featuring four delicately curved, rolled edged arms extending from a center post. There are a total of five candle cups – each with nicely rolled edges soldered to a drip cup that features a singular crimped edge that matches the base. All soldered joints are secure. |
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J339 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted tabletop desk with slightly canted lid bearing molded edges. Small wire nail construction. Very sturdy. Circa 1870s. |
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J343 Folk Art hand-carved wooden fishing decoy depicting a small Beaver. Solid wooden body with tin front/back legs. Detailed shaping to the body, tail, head, and ears. Very realistic carved details on the tail, original painted surface and glass inset eyes. Metal weight embedded in the underbelly. From a Wappinger Falls, NY collection. |
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J344 Hand carved Folk Art Patriotic Duck shaped fish decoy featuring original red, white and blue painted surface. Wooden body with stationery tin wings and loose tin “feet” featuring painted details on all tin to match the body paint. Painted eyes. Solid wood body with a metal weight embedded into the duck’s underbelly. From a Wappinger Falls, NY collection. |
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J329 Upper Susquehanna Flats Canvasback Hen decoy with original iron keel weight, leather rigging and a Pennsylvania Owner / Rig Tag intact on bottom. Decoy features a paddle-style tail with tack eyes. Unknown carver. Circa 1890 – 1910. |
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J340 Canadian Goose decoy carved by Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, MD (1901-1993) retaining its original painted surface. |
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*SOLD* J331 19th century original blue painted Prayer Bench with drop aprons on each side and boot jack cut out feet. Square head nail construction. Circa 1850's. |
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J333 19th century Wood and Wrought Iron Meat Rack, with six wrought iron hooks clinched to a scalloped pine board boasting carved decorations and a chamfered bottom edge. Floral motif carvings adorn the backboard, with the focal point carving depicting a six-petal flower with a large rosehead nail as its center. Original wrought iron hangers remain intact for hanging purposes. Great natural patina. |
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**SOLD** J216 Very early Canvasback Drake Decoy by Capt. John "Daddy" Holly (1818-1892) of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Second coat of working paint with areas of original paint showing, along with evidence of being shot over. Original iron keel weight, ring and staple intact on bottom. |
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G11 19th Century red painted New England Trencher. Spectacular early hand-hewn Trencher. It retains a fantastic original dry red worn painted exterior surface with great patina. The inside of the Trencher shows great wear and looks like it was used as a chopping bowl. |
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J297 Spectacular 18th century Pennsylvania original vibrant pumpkin painted hanging corner cupboard with original Windsor Green painted interior and three interior drawers. Beautiful, applied molding around the top and bottom, beaded edging around the doors and original ‘H’ hinges. Interior shelves boast plate grooves for display purposes. Inlaid bone escutcheons surround the keyholes on doors. ‘T’ nail construction. |
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J323 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania Apple Box in old red painted surface over the original gray paint. Box features nicely canted sides and a raised footed base. Square head nail construction. |
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**SOLD** J307 18th century New England working push-up hog scraper candlestick with iron wedding band. Signed by maker (unreadable) on finger tab. “Christies” auction stickers remain intact on bottom. |
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J321 Hand painted New England Trade Sign advertising “Ralph Lucas Nautical Optician” with applied wooden replica of a “No. 2” telescope. |
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J288 Wonderful early 19th century Pennsylvania one door cupboard in original red painted surface featuring an oversized dovetailed base with cut out feet, applied moldings and a beautiful, raised panel door that is mortised and pegged. Clean interior with sturdy shelves for storage. Square head nail construction. Circa 1810s-1820s. |
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*SOLD* G302 18th century Beehive painted Bowl New England small wooden out of round bowl , ca. late 18th to early 19th century. Bold form, with small rim tapering subtlely downward, showing strong evidence of slow lathe turning, and resting on raised foot |
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H1000 Excellent late 18th century New England miniature chest of drawers in original red painted surface featuring three graduated sized drawers with chamfered, solid wooden drawer bottoms resting on an exquisite cut out drop front apron and cut out ends. |
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B637 Early 19th century Pennsylvania Salt Box with the original red paint. Dovetailed case featuring an arched back with hole for hanging. The wood is walnut. Circa 1820. |
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Canvasback Decoy carved by Charlie “Speed” Joiner (1921-2015) of Chestertown, MD. Original paint with wide bill, signed and dated 1965 |
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*SOLD* J319 Early Canvasback decoy carved by Joe Dye, the son of Ben Dye, lived in Havre d Grace, MD, where he worked as a fisherman, gunner, and guide. This decoy (in old working repaint) has paddle tail and the carving of the bill (mandibles) |
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J314 Pennsylvania original blue painted wooden stool with decorative cut out feet and drop apron on each side. Drop apron sides feature beaded bottom edges and are mortised into legs. The legs are mortised through the top. Square head nail construction. Circa 1850 – 1860’s. |
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J312 Pennsylvania 19th century handmade Felt Penny table runner – professionally mounted and ready to hang. Each of the 49 hand stitched wool ‘pennies’ features remnants of a center circle with eight surrounding petals to create a flower inside each penny. Pennies are stitched to the background fabric in alternating yellow and green yarn. The runner is further adorned with an edge that features individual black fabric scallops bound in red to match the background fabric. Artful display of color placement adds to the visual appeal of this item. Circa 1900. |
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J287 Arthur E. Glazier (East Berlin, Pennsylvania, 1928-2015) Folk Art oil painting on a reclaimed wooden bread board depicting a young boy waving a red/white/blue pennant flag while sitting on a rocking horse while a faithful dog |
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H979 Fantastic 19th century Pennsylvania document / storage box, with the original dark blue painted surface featuring ‘W.B.A.&CO. 1873’painted in white letters with black shadowing on the front panel. |
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RM1275 Spectacular 19th Century “Lollipop” wall box in absolutely beautiful, original, dry red paint. Nicely tapered sides, |
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J286 Hand carved Pintail Duck Decoy retaining its original painted surface. Solid wood with glass eyes. Branded on bottom “B.B.D”. |
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*SOLD* J282 Mid-19th century Folk Art hand carved fishing decoy depicting a Muskrat with long wooden tail that swivels from side-to-side and tin front/back legs. Detailed shaping to the body, tail, head, and ears. |
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J281 Mid-19th century Folk Art hand carved fishing decoy depicting a Frog with long outstretched legs and tin front legs featuring great original painted surface. Glass inset eyes. There is a metal weight embedded in the frog from its underbelly. |
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J277 19th century New England 6' store Counter, in original red paint , from a Country store in Maine . with one single panel in the front, and ends, two board top. It has a nice applied molding, all square nail construction. |
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H520 Tall, early 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted jelly cupboard with one large, dovetailed drawer over two paneled doors. |
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G670 19th century original blue painted pantry box with steamed and bent sides secured with tiny wooden pegs and tacks. Great natural patina inside. Very sturdy. |
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**SOLD** RM1491 Fantastic 19th century Pennsylvania small sized lidded Firkin bearing the most beautiful original dark blue painted surface. Tongue and groove softwood staved sides are held in place with tapered lap joint wood bands that are secured with copper tacks |
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J275 Late 19th century Hunting scene featuring three Pointer Dogs hunting in tall grasses. No visible signature, however the Provenance included with this painting states it was painted by Elma Hall Sharp of Arcade, NY. Circa 1894 – 1897. Painting is oil on canvas and is exquisitely framed. Please see photographs for close-ups of the great condition and paint details, as well as a copy of the Provenance. |
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J270 Early 19th century Mortar and Pestle with original bittersweet red painted surface. Very simple turnings, with faint remnants of incised lines around the bowl and base areas. Vertical open age crack along one side of bowl. |
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RM1490 Stunning 19th century New England wall box featuring a tall, decorative Whale’s Tail cut out back. This wall box retains its original surface and boasts a dovetailed case with slanted lift lid and dovetailed drawer bearing its original small brass pull and mortised interior dividers. Square head nail construction. |
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*SOLD* B37 19th century original green painted wooden Lantern. Pinned construction. Four glass panels are contained within a wooden box frame that is pine. To access the candle, you have to slide the lid open. |
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J217 Extremely rare Lancaster County, Pennsylvania bucket bench / dry sink featuring an overhanging well with a drawer and a mortised open shelf below the center section of the well. The surface retains traces of old gray paint over the original red paint, and bears extensive wear indicative of many years of repetitive use. The notched groove drain hole prominently remains in the overhang of the well. The drawer opens to reveal a divided section for utensils. One board, square head nail construction with nice, half-moon cut out ends Circa 1830’s – 1840’s. |
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J269 Lovely Doris Stauble millinery fruit and flower arrangement made in a large spongeware bowl - Ca. 1950’s. Doris Stauble (1917-2007) was a well-known Folk Artist from Wiscasset, Maine. |
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J262 Small hanging stack of drawers bearing early red painted surface with pinstriping on drawer fronts. Drawers are dovetailed. Combination of “T” and wire nail construction. Great wear. |
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**Sold**J267 Hanging Flying Goose decoy with canvas wings attributed to Alvin Meekins (1883-1960) of Hoopers Island, Maryland. |
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J247 Bluebill Hen decoy carved by Madison Mitchell Havre de Grace, MD (1901-1993) retaining its original painted surface. Original weight and staple remain intact on bottom. Circa 1940's. |
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J266 Unusual New England one drawer table with backsplash retaining its stunning original robin egg blue painted surface. Rounded corners with applied breadboard ends on the top. Square head nail construction. Great surface. |
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**SOLD** J256 Exquisite early 19th century New England original soldier blue painted corner cupboard boasting spectacular reeded detailing, cornice molding, applied bracket base and raised panel doors. Applied molding accents adorn the front corners and around each of the doors. Two doors over one door configuration, with all doors being fully mortised and wooden pegged. The upper doors open to reveal a red painted interior with three shelves, each bearing plate grooves for storage and display purposes. |
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i2 18th century original blue painted dovetailed document box with applied molding around top and bottom. Circa 1790s. |
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H999 Early 19th century Pennsylvania Store Counter Desk retaining the beautiful original blue painted surface. Square head nail construction with primitively square dovetailed case and a slant hinged lid. |
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J260 Half-sized Canvasback Drake Decoy in the sleeper pose. Original painted surface. Unsigned. No evidence of ever having a weight/rigging on bottom. Great condition. |
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J245 Green Wing Teal Decoy carved by John Glenn (1876-1954) of Rock Hall, Maryland. Cleaned to the original paint. Original weight and rigging on bottom. |
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G236 A mid to late 19th century paint decorated bucket from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Arched wire bail handle with turned wooden grip. The interior is old natural patina, exterior painted with an overall grained mustard color over a yellow ground having a distinct and unusual diagonal tendril-like combed decoration. |
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J246 Bluebill Hen decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Original painted surface. Original weight, ring and staple intact on bottom. Circa 1940’s. |
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J258 Canvasback Drake decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Circa 1940's. Original painted surface. Original staple and ring intact, however it is missing the weight on bottom. |
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RM1487 Wooden trade sign advertising "CLAMS FOR SALE” hand painted in black letters on a white background. Letters have green shadowing, and a green border surrounds all sides of the sign. Single sided. |
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J243 Redhead Drake decoy carved by Doug Jester (1876-1961) of Chincoteague, Virginia. The original painted surface shows evidence of being shot over. Original weight intact on bottom. |
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**SOLD** G443 Absolutely stunning early 19th century Lancaster Pennsylvania two-piece stepback Dutch cupboard in original red painted surface. The upper section boasts two, six-pane glass doors and a three-pane center column, two dovetailed candle drawers and a tall cut out pie shelf. Upper doors open to a clean, pale blue painted interior with shelves that have both plate grooves AND removable plate rails with nicely beaded edges. The bottom of the cupboard features three dovetailed drawers over two doors and rests on short applied turned feet. Handwritten information identifies this cupboard to a family in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Circa 1830-1840s. |
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J233 18th Century Revolutionary War Blue Painted wooden Canteen. A fabulous Revolutionary War era canteen having the best dry, subtle original blue painted surface. The canteen has a turned banded pattern, original dry blue paint and a hole for a spout. American, c.1770-1800. |
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*SOLD* J238 Unusual 19th century Pennsylvania small sized set of two drawers / apothecary featuring original grain paint decorated surface. The drawers are dovetailed front and back. Case is also dovetailed. The top interior side of each drawer bears a chamfered edge. |
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J239 Goose Decoy J239 Rare full size Goose decoy carved by Joseph Evans McKinney (1913-2000) Elkton Maryland. Original paint, double weighted. McKinney didn’t make many Geese. Circa 1950. |
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J230 Full sized Flying Duck Decoy with very detailed carved wings and nice dry, original painted surface. Carver unknown. Mounted on a wooden base for display purposes. |
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J232 Upper Susquehanna Canvasback Decoy – carver unknown. Working repaint surface. Original staple, ring and weight intact on bottom. |
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J235 Wooden trade sign advertising “GROCERIES ALL KINDS POOL”. This single-sided sign was found in Pennsylvania and bears hand painted lettering in mustard paint on a black painted background on a single piece of early pine wood. |
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H957 Early 19th Century Pennsylvania Dough Box in beautiful blue paint. Tightly dovetailed, pegged and square head nail construction with an apron around the bottom that follows the taper of the turned legs Circa 1820 – 1830s. |
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H1080 19th century New England original red painted mule chest featuring hinged lift lid storage area over two dovetailed drawers resting on tall cut out ends. Mortised battens on the underside ends of lid. Square head nail construction. Natural patina interior. |
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J140 Pennsylvania Hepplewhite table with old mustard painted surface over the original red paint boasting tall, gracefully tapered splay legs. Mortised and wooden pegged construction with carved reeded detailing along the bottom edge of the apron on all sides. Circa 1820s – 1850’s. One-board top. |
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H41 Late 19th century Pedmont North Carolina storage bin with the original white paint, very unusual form haveing 3 individual hinged lidded compartments with drawer in front, on a tall feet, and a decorative cutout base circa 1880 |
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J228 Pristine Sewing Basket from one of the four Maine Indian Tribes known as the "Wabanaki Confederacy". (Possibly from the Pasamaquoddy or Penobscot Tribes.) This stunning, multi-tiered, handwoven basket is exquisitely adorned with porcupine curls and bears four exceptionally woven interior basket pockets. |
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F476 Late 19th century oil on canvas still life of fruit painting. Signed by Artist W. Tudor. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. |
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F465 Early 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania mortised stool, in old red paint, high arched cut out sides, with splayed legs and drop aprons on both sides. One board pine wood, square head nail construction. |
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RM1480 Early 19th century New England hanging wall box with high arched back with hole for hanging. Small square head nail construction. Old dark red painted surface over the original mustard paint. Circa 1830s. |
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J201 Pennsylvania gathering basket with single wrapped rim and sturdy steamed and bent, notched handle bearing an early white painted surface. |
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RM1482 Simplistic double-sided scrub / scouring box with great wear to one side and wonderful dry red paint. Slanted work surface on both sides. Tiny square head nail construction. Circa 1840s. (Knife included.) |
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J61 Charming early 19th century Pennsylvania Child’s Rope Bed with acorn turned posts retaining its original beautiful dry blue painted surface. Circa 1820 – 1830. |
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**SOLD** H398 Local Eastern Shore, MD wooden storage box retaining its original blue painted surface. Square head nail, one board construction. The wood is yellow pine. Circa 1810 – 1820’s. |
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J211 19th century Toleware Tin Tea Canister converted into a lamp. Canister retains wonderful green painted surface with gold and black banding and a large bold font letter ‘M’ painted in matching black and gold gilt. Tin is circa 1870's. |
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J31 Late19th century Pennsylvania wooden double sided Game Board with Parcheesi on one side and Checkers on the other. Retains untouched crackled original red painted surface with the Parcheesi board painted in green and gold polychrome colors and the Checkers side painted in black and gold polychrome colors. One board construction with applied molding on all sides that is attached with small square head nails. |
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H458 Early 19th century beautiful turned wooden bowl with original blue painted surface. Unusual turned ring at base resting on a small, raised foot that measures 5 ¾” diameter. |
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H16 E441 Late 19th century Egg carrier with the original blue paint and black stenciled advertising. The following advertisements, “Reliable Egg Carrier Brooder Co. Quincy Ill There is also a patent date Nov 16, 1897. Removable lid. |
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**SOLD** J249 19th century New England original blue painted hanging shelf boasting canted sides and mortised shelves. |
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J212 Pennsylvania signed and dated Daniel & Donna Strauser Folk Art Bird Tree A Folk Art Carved Bird Tree by Dan Strawser 20th Century featuring seven carved and polychrome painted birds the underside is incised D+BS '77 |
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**SOLD** J199 Exceptional early 19th century New England bail handle pantry box retaining original blue painted surface. Lid impressed "HOLMAN, HEYWOOD & CO MANUF'S, FITZWILLIAM DEPOT, N.H." Heavy construction with overlapping steamed and bentwood sides secured by small copper tacks. |
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RM1473 Charming identified and dated Pennsylvania miniature blanket chest retaining original red and black painted surface with clean, natural patina interior. The chest boasts a dovetailed case with applied molding around lid and bottom and rests on turned feet that are mortised through the bottom. Inside the lid is stenciled prominently in pencil with “M.F. 1844” and “N.M.F., 1874” – and there are what appears to be several names (unreadable) and dates less prominently written both on the inside of the lid and on the bottom of the chest. |
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J185 Early 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Drysink in original yellow painted surface featuring a deep well with tall shaped backsplash, two fully mortised and pegged doors, applied molding around the bottom and rests on applied turned feet bearing their original black painted surface. The bottom board of the drysink is fully dovetailed. This piece bears great wear from years of use. Faint remnants of a later salmon paint are evident in the areas of wear. Circa 1840’s. |
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J200 New England 19th Century Pantry Box with original green painted surface featuring overlapping bentwood sides, secured with small metal tacks. The band is pegged on to the lid. A carving in the center of the lid depicts either initials or a symbol of some sort. Interior also bears original green painted surface. |
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RM1475 Early 20th century Pig Cutting Board with original dry blue painted edges. Both sides show great wear from years of use. Found in Pennsylvania. |
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J198 Set of six (6) matching 18th century American pewter spoons. One spoon has the initials “AR” carved on the back of the handle tip. |
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J204 Early Pennsylvania double-sided trade sign advertising “R. B. ALBRIGHT HARNESS AND SHOE REPAIRING” hand painted in black letters on a white painted background. Wear to the paint in the advertising area is indicative of age. The sign is painted on tin and is encased in a wooden frame. Both sides of the sign are in good condition. Unsigned. |
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J191 Wonderful small sized framed painting depicting a quaint snowy landscape featuring a house by an ice-covered pond hosting nine people ice skating. Oil on artist board signed by artist Eleanor Morehouse (1939 – 2020 of Somerset N.J.) in the lower left corner. |
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**SOLD** J165 Jerry Martin tin student lamp with old indigo blue paint and adjustable double socket electrified candles resting on a sand-filled conical base. Stamped “JM 2019” on bottom of base. (Jeremy "Jerry" Martin of Marietta, PA was a Blacksmith and Tinsmith.) Dated 2019. |
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J187 Early gathering Basket with old blue painted surface. The basket boasts a double wooden banded top rim that is securely wrapped, a kicked in bottom for ventilation, and a nice, sturdy, deeply notched steamed and bent tall wooden handle. Heavy and very well made. It has a make-do repair over what appears to be a mouse hole, and a few very minor breaks, but is in very good condition overall. |
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**SOLD** J171 18th century Iron trivet / griddle. Six, slightly curved hand forged iron strips are mortised through the ends to create the cooking area. Curlicue detail on each of the feet. |
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J172 18th century hand forged iron Hearth Roaster featuring eight sets of roasting “pickets” / prongs over an open trivet area, resting on pad feet. |
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J175 18th century iron round griddle with decorative scrolled tip on end handle. The circular rotating top rests on raised footed base and is in great working condition. |
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Y372 Rare over size Apple, Stone Fruit, very unusual shape |
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J150 Large cluster of stone fruit grapes - wooden stem. black and goldish color grapes . |
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J178 late 19th century nice piece of stone fruit in the form of half an apple. It has great color. note the seeds , but no cracks or repairs. |
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J121 Canvasback Drake carved by James T. Holly (1855- 1935 of Have De Grace Maryland, youngest Son to Daddy Holly, a boat builder and craftsman by trade.) Circa 1890 - 1920's bearing an enhanced original coat of paint, what appears to be the original weight and staple on bottom and evidence of being shot over. |
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J177 Canvasback Hen Decoy carved by R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) from Havre de Grace, Maryland. Original weight and ring are intact on bottom of decoy. |
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J168 19th century York County, Pennsylvania painted pine dry sink with overhanging drawer retaining original black painted surface. Delicately scalloped cut out apron adorns the front. The well boasts shaped ends and the interior of the well retains remnants of old red paint and bears extensive wear from years of use. Drawer is dovetailed. Doors are fully mortised with nicely beaded edges. Circa 1820’s. |
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18th century Maryland pumpkin painted Hepplewhite one drawer table boasting long, delicately tapered legs and one dovetailed drawer. Rosehead nail construction with the apron of the table being mortised into the legs and secured with wooden pegs. |
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J128 19th Century Pennsylvania original red painted blanket chest with dovetailed case, applied dovetailed bracket base with cut out feet and applied molded edges around the lid. Nice hand inlaid escutcheon around the keyhole appears to be made of either bone or ivory. Clean, natural patina interior boasting original strap hinges, a molded edge lidded till and original crab lock. |
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J152 Pennsylvania paint decorated wooden foot stool retaining original black painted surface with remnants of floral paint decoration on the top and simple pinstriping accents on the apron and each of the slightly splayed legs. The drop aprons on each side are mortised into the legs and boast a nice cut out that matches the cut out on each leg/foot. Chamfered edges along the top show extensive wear indicative of years of use. Circa 1840-1850’s. |
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J124 Three clusters of beautiful stone fruit grapes - wooden stems. White, red and dark colored. |
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D221 Pennsylvania hand carved Folk Art Bird Tree with five carved folky painted circa 1980’s Birds. Mounted in a turned base for displaying |
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J135 This is a wonderful little all original period portrait 19th century, circa 1820. The silhouette features a Girl sitter in profile view. The silhouette is housed behind old glass in its original stained wood frame complete with its original wood backing |
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J93 18th Century Pennsylvania original red painted wall box featuring a canted lid and tall, angled cut out back. Large “T” nail and rose head nail construction. The sturdy lid is held in place with “hinges” that are configured of two thick pieces of leather applied with multiple rose head nails. |
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J117 Robert "Bob" McGaw (1879-1958) Havre de Grace, MD, c. 1930 Canvasback Drake Decoy in original paint with original rigging. |
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J119 Charlie Joiner (1921-2015) Chestertown, Maryland. Canvasback Drake decoy circa 1950 Original paint and rigging , old tight crack to neck no movement Charlie "Speed" Joiner was a renowned and beloved waterfowls. It is said that he received his nickname "Speed" because of his deft skills in painting his birds. This is a wonderful example of his work |
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H964 Cutlery tray / knife box with curved center divider featuring an oval cutout for carrying purposes. Slightly canted sides. |
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J72 19th century Wall Box, in the original Windsor green paint featuring tombstone shaped back with hole for hanging. The box bears a very thin, flush/flat applied molding with mitered front corners around the front and sides |
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D192 19th century small Wallpaper-covered Wooden Dome-top Box, possibly Massachusetts, early 19th century, the wallpapered exterior is a floral design on a light blue field, trimmed with mustard |
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J69 Miniature white Swan with outstretched neck - signed on bottom: Dick Robinson. (Dick Robinson of Bel Air, MD) |
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RM1464 Nice, hand crocheted 48 Star Flag - with very detailed individually applied crocheted stars. Has been professionally mounted and framed. |
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H989 19th century Hired hands Rope Bed with original red paint. This amazing simple form rope bed was circa 1800-1820. It has wonderful form and great old dry red paint . This rope bed is in amazing condition. It is complete and ready to be assembled |
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*SOLD* F522 Early 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted work stool, round thick seat with four legged construction. Measurements are: 15 1/4" diameter and it is 1/4" thick x 18 1/4" tall |
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J89 Late 18th century Pennsylvania slide lid Candle Box with original, dry-red painted surface. Slightly chamfered edges along the top. Three symmetrically carved finger notches in the end of the lid allow easy opening of the smoothly sliding lid. Tiny tee nail construction. |
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H475 19th century cooper with gold gilt painted surface weathervane. Mounted on a wooden architectural base for display purposes. Circa late 19th century, American origin. |
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B637 Early 19th century Pennsylvania Salt Box with the original red paint. Dovetailed case featuring an arched back with hole for hanging. The wood is walnut. Circa 1820. |
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RM1399 – 18th century tilt top candlestand retaining original paper label underneath that reads “Milton Litchfield County Connecticut”. Old black paint over the original red painted surface. Solid wooden baluster turned column with three highly arched dovetailed legs. |
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RM1462 19th century Folk Art wooden cannon with the date ‘1770’ painted on top. This wooden cannon replica was most likely used as a display prop in a Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Hall – with the date representing the style of cannon it is modeled after. |
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H112 Diminutive early 19th century Virginia Hepplewhite stand boasting a deep overhanging scrubbed top with cookie cut corners resting on an apron that is mortised and double wooden pegged into tall, gracefully tapered Hepplewhite legs. Circa 1800 – 1820s. |
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J60 18th century Shenandoah Valley Virginia very unusual Painted Basin Stand, in its original sage green paint. The Stand features an opening for the metal basin, and a carved-out soap dish as well as an opening for the shaving mug. Beautiful scalloped drop apron on all four sides of the top, and a bottom shelf that has chip-carved beading around the bottom of the shelf. The wood is yellow pine. The Stand is all original. Circa 1790-1810. |
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J54 Set of 6 leather bound books - "Smollett's Works" - The Miscellaneous Works of Tobias Smollett, M.D. with Memoirs of his life and writings by Robert Anderson, M.D. - The Sixth Edition, In 6 Volumes - 1820" (Complete set - nice condition!) |
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J67 19th century New England Pantry Box with old blue over original blue paint. Steamed and bentwood construction secured with tiny wooden pegs and copper tacks. Great crackled surface with natural patina on the inside |
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J52 Group of 5 Books - "Motley's Works - "The Rise of the Dutch Republic", Vol. I & III (1897) and "History of the United Netherlands", Vol. I, II & III (1898) - Colorful covers, beautiful dark blue and gold raised leather bindings. Really nice condition! |
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J48 Late 19th century Child's wheelbarrow in original green and bittersweet painted surface with yellow paint decoration. Wheel is constructed of an iron band over wooden spokes and turns freely. Great size for display! Nice wear. Circa1890- 1900. |
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J47 Bonnie Barrett oversized wooden cutout Easter Bunny saddled with a basket full of colorful eggs. Signed on front in lower right corner by artist and dated 2005. Wonderful paint details. Certificate of authenticity on back |
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J50 Easter Candy Container - Flocked Rabbit in crouched position with right paw stretched forward. Circa 1940 Brown color, flocked surface, made of composite material with removable head and glass eyes. |
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J50C Easter Candy Container - Rabbit in normal sitting pose. Made of a Composite material (not flocked). White with black spots and bright pink ears. Removable head with glass eyes. Front right leg has been re-glued, otherwise in really good condition with minor losses. |
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RM1460 Original Pair of 1859 Civil War Cavalry Spurs, nice dark patina. Hard to find a matched pair anymore |
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H179 18th century Delaware blue painted one-piece corner cupboard featuring two raised panel doors boasting original “H & L” hinges, applied dental molding around the top and applied cut out bracket base. Great small size. Natural patina interior. Rosehead nail construction. |
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J41 Early 20th century double sided Restaurant Advertising Trade Sign painted on a wooden fan blade. One side reads “OYSTER STEW 25c” and the reverse side reads “PORK & BEANS”. Great hand-painted stenciled lettering on a black painted background. Original early metal fan bracket/hardware remains intact on one end and an early applied wooden batten remains intact on larger end. Circa 1900-1910. |
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J42 Early 20th century double sided Restaurant Advertising Trade Sign painted on a wooden fan blade. One side reads “HOT DRINKS OF ALL KINDS” and the reverse side reads “PORK & BEANS”. Great hand-painted stenciled lettering on a black painted background. Original early metal fan bracket/hardware remains intact on one end and an early applied wooden batten remains intact on larger end. Circa 1900-1910. |
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H1035 Sturdy, hand-woven Pennsylvania gathering basket retaining its original red painted surface. Very well made with double wrapped rim, steamed and bent hand hewn handle and bumped up bottom for air circulation. |
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J37 19th century New England original green painted round utility basket with attached steamed and bent side handles. Tightly woven with single wrapped rim with bumped up bottom inside the basket for added air flow. Great condition. Circa 1880s. |
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J29 Early Canvasback drake decoy carved by Thomas Barnard (1847-1927), Havre de Grace, Maryland. Second coat of working paint. Original weight and staple remain on bottom. Thomas was the older brother of decoy maker Charles Nelson Barnard. |
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J98 Miniature Charles Barnard high-head Canvasback decoy carved by Lloyd Cargile – solid wood, branded on bottom “LC” |
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J25 Upper Bay Green Wing Teal Duck Decoy by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) Havre de Grace, MD. Original weight, staple and ring remains on bottom. |
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RM1451 Beautiful Massachusetts document box retaining original blue painted surface. Clean, natural patina interior features an open glove till and applied interior molding around the opening to help keep dust and moisture from seeping inside the box. “T” nail construction. Circa 1790 – 1810. |
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J34 Early ‘make-do” Candle Stick Pin Cushion featuring large, inverted Strawberry shape with two early glass topped hat pins. All hand stitched. |
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H165 Early 19th century Wooden turned Bowl Small size, out of round ,with the original dry mustard paint on the outside and painted on the inside , and shows wonderful lathe marks, |
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F123 19th Century fantastic early Pennsylvania folk art style courting mirror or looking glass. This Mirror in small size and the most beautiful original fancy grained paint. The paint is completely original and untouched and well oxidized The corners each have a dovetailed inset batton. |
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H1052 Early wooden footed turned bowl retaining original green and bittersweet painted surface. Remnants of paint decoration on interior and around the top edge of the bowl. Distinct beaded lip encircles the middle of the outer edge of the bowl where the paint colors separate. |
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RM1449 19th century Eastern Shore, Maryland blanket chest in original dark blue painted surface. Original pencil sketches of ships inside lid. Dovetailed case with applied cut out bracket base featuring a third foot in the front. Dovetail and square head nail six-board construction. Circa 1860’s. |
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G297 Hand hooked rug depicting two fighting Roosters. Maker created dominant eyes, detailed combs, a few standing/loose feathers and pointed feet on each bird. The body of each Rooster incorporates several colors, giving the effect of both texture and movement. |
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i2 18th century original blue painted dovetailed document box with applied molding around top and bottom. Combination of dovetailed, “T” nails and square head nailed six-board construction. Wonderful dry blue painted exterior surface with natural patina interior. Very faint pencil writing on inside of lid. Circa 1790s. |
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SOLD J10 19th century still Life painting signed , Beautifully framed painting depicting a still life setting of a watermelon, grapes, apples and pears. Oil on canvas. Signed in lower right corner. In what look like the original frame in great condition |
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H1053 Original blue painted “Tankard” style treenware lidded box – featuring steamed and bentwood sides secured with woven reeds and tacks. Wooden handle. Chamfered edge around lid. Lid opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior. |
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H1059 Early turned wooden pedestal / store display bearing black and red painted surface. Solid wood. Sturdy. |
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H97 Wonderful New England wooden bowl, hand turned bowl is out of round, footed, in the original red painted surface with strong evidence of slow lathe turning, and resting on raised foot. This Bowl is deep rather than the more typical shallower bowls. |
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H1012 Rubber Dog with original label on bottom - Holstein Rubber Products Co., Inc. * Non-Destructible Brand Rubber Tile * Hartford Connecticut USA. Circa 1929-1930. Solid Rubber construction. |
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RM1448 Sturdy, small sized natural Butt Basket with the name "MARY E. SALTZMAN" carved into the top of the handle. Single-wrapped rim, great condition. |
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H1015 Cast iron black painted “Scotty” Terrier dog door stop. |
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Late 18th century wooden bowl in beautiful worn, dry original red paint. Hand turned out of round with wide band around the top. Very unique flattened edge on opposite sides of the top opening that appear to have been created/used for propping the bowl steadily on its edge to scrape contents from inside the bowl. Natural patina interior reflects wear chop marks and cracks indicative of age and use. |
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C447 19th century lathe turned wooden Bowl with the original pewter gray paint resting on a slightly raised foot. Natural patina interior. Great condition with no cracks, chips or breaks. Slightly out of round. |
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