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Very scarce smaller size rooster weathervane
by The J. Howard Co., active 1850-1868, West Bridgewater,
Massachusetts. Composed of a hollow cast zinc body with a cut and
formed copper tail and feet. Excellent overall condition with a fine
and natural color and surface. Howard made rooster weathervanes in
two sizes, this being the smaller, more elusive, version.
Dimensions: 14.5" tall, 12" wide and about 3.5' inches thick. The
Howard Co. was one of the country's earliest manufacturers of
weathervanes in New England and are highly sought after and prized
by collectors. In 1868 the company changed its name to The Washburn
Company which continued making vanes well into the 20th century.
Inventory number 25-343.
$11,500.
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A hand carved and applied likeness of Lady Liberty embellished with
stars and the American flag. A few historic abrasions exist, but
overall it presents well and is framed with a modern gold frame. If
you're a patriotic collector, please consider this exceptional
offering which will truly embellish your collection. Dimensions: 24
x 22.5 overall. Inventory number 25-324.
$2250.
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A fine 19th century crooked knife with 6 graduated stacked hearts.
Skillfully carved and remaining in prime condition. Wonderful color
and surface presented on a custom museum stand. Size: 8' tall.
Probably northern Maine or Nova Scotia origin. Inventory number
24-225.
$1795.
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Maine LOBSTER sign. This sign was on display at the Gilmore Seafood
Store and restaurant just off Rte 1 south of the bridge in Bath,
Maine. The company is now out of business, but its long-standing
memory lives on in this sign. Very good weathered condition with its
eye-catching "LOBSTER" focal point. Size: 30 x 29. Inventory number
25-374.
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19th century hand carved and painted Odd Fellows Heart in Hand
symbol. Of all the symbols used in Odd Fellow lodges, this form is
my all time favorite. While they did offer this form with painted
hearts, the heart on this example is relief carved which adds to its
appeal and desirability. Size: Mounted on a modern wooden base, it
measures 13'' tall and remains in splendid condition. Inventory
number 25-375.
$2850.
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An exceptional 19th century eye dazzling, paint decorated Maine dome
top box. The fine surface and condition of this box tells us not
only of its long lifetime, but the care it was given over the years
to have survived so very well. It was made from New England white
pine with dovetail construction. Size: 24 x 12 x11. Inventory number
25-384.
$1450.
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A wonderful hand stitched quilt in patriotic colors. I know there's a
name for this pattern, but I'm sorry I just don't know it. I buy
quilts that project well with great design, color and condition and
this beauty met the criteria. I'm sure it was hardly ever used as
its present condition suggests and the intense ground stitching in
the white areas further advances its appeal. . Size: 70 x 80. c1920.
Inventory number 25-386.
$1100.
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A decorative, highly detailed lion's head. I'll guess its age is about
mid-century and made from molded resin. A few trivial knocks, but
overall quite good as the picture suggests. Nice color and surface.
Size: 12'' wide, 17.5" tall and projects about 9' from the wall.
Inventory number 25-389.
$495.
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A very attractive two bottle tantalus. The silver
medallion with its W B initials is dated 1908. Excellent condition
with its original key included. Size: 13 x 10 x 5. Inventory number
25-396.
$550.
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19th century smaller size 6 board blanket box in red paint. Made using
nailed construction, butt hinges and first surface paint. A few
minor historic abrasions, but overall quite good. Size: 20 x 8.5 x
10.5. Fresh from a private Maine collection. Inventory number
25-381.
$795.
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A very small OOC painting of a white cat with green eyes. It rests in
its original gold frame and dates from the last quarter of the 19th
century. An old mend can be seen to the left of the cat's head.
Size: 5 x 7 overall. Fresh from a private Maine collection.
Inventory number 25-380.
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An early 20th OOP painting of a seagull standing on rippled wind-blown
sand. I have owned this painting for nearly 20 years as it hung in
the kitchen of my home in Wiscasset. It's time for another to love
it as I have over the years. Size: 9 x 12 overall. Inventory number
25-377.
$395.
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A small, 19th century open face diorama of a 4 masted white hulled
ship. This little gem was love at first sight for us when we bought
it from a long time private Maine collection just recently. We were
very pleased to have been invited to this collection with several
items being offered for the first time in this update. Measuring
11.5 x 9 overall, it remains in excellent condition. Inventory
number 25-376.
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A tiny 13 star American parade flag dating from the late 19th century
in an appropriate frame of the same period. Mint condition. Size: 3
x 4 overall. Inventory number 25-372.
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A very rare hollow-cut silhouette with watercolor embellishments of a
very young woman wearing a blue puffy sleeve dress. While at first
glance it appears to have been done by Ezra Wood, the Puffy Sleeve
artist, upon close inspection, there is no convincing evidence
connecting it to Wood. On page 51 of A Loving Likeness, you will
find another portrait by the same unidentified hand of Miss Boynton,
c1830 and like her, this offering rests in its original pressed
brass frame under historic glass with an acid free mounting. Size:
4.75 x 3.75 overall. Inventory number 25-368.
$2900
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Doris Stauble, 1918-2007. Wiscasset, Maine. Her arrangements are
iconic with collectors of New England antiques and accessories and
while they don't have great age, they have established a place in
collections from coast to coast. Like any artisan, some of her
arrangements are better than others, but take a good look at this
offering and I think you'll agree, this one sets a very high bar. An
early wallpaper box was selected and filled with complimentary
colorful fruits and floral accoutrements. This is truly one of the
finest arrangements we have ever owned. Dimensions: 11 x 10 x 7.5.
Inventory number 25-350.
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A late 19th or early 20th century wall box with a
pierced 5 point star. Its tapered body is additionally complemented
with a silhouetted flame finial. Excellent first color and surface
add to its overall appeal. Size: 12.5 x 3.73 x 2.75. Inventory
number 25-329.
$695.
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Small 19th century white pine eagle figurehead on a modern metal
stand. Much of its original paint has weathered off, yet still plays
a part in its overall appeal. Size: 8 x 9. Inventory number 25-323.
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A compelling hand carved and painted ventriloquist head. When
squeezing its compression spring, it activates a mechanism which
opens and closes its mouth. Its original marble eyes remain as does
its V shaped metal tongue. (See close up images) In survivor
condition, it measures 13" tall on a wooden base. c1850-1870.
Inventory number 25-310.
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A pure Maine Old Squaw decoy from Downeast Maine. Though crudely
carved it served well and remains in very good condition. Note the
relief carved wings are heart shaped. It measures 10.5 inches long
and retains nearly all of its original paint. c1930-40. Inventory
number 25-308.
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Absolutely charming diminutive marble lamb carved in a reclining pose.
Being as small as it is, I can only think it was made and used as a
paper weight. Size: 4.5 x 3
Inventory number 25-394.
$295.
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