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GLASS AND TIN MORAVIAN STAR. I've always been fascinated by these not only by their complicated design but the tedious work that went into their making. This is remains in excellent condition and measures about 12 inches overall. Early 20th century.

$495.

MULTI STAR LIGHTNING ROD FINIAL. Over the years I've had many of these, I always seem to gravitate to them because of their form, surface and design. This one measures 10 inches tall on its painted wood block base and as you can see it's in excellent condition. Ca: 1920.  

$195.

NOVA SCOTIA GOLDENEYE DECOY. At first glance this little gem looks much like any other folky decoys you may have seen, but it has a feature about it I've never seen before and believe me, I've seen thousands of decoys over the years. The keel and body are carved out of the same block of wood and the paint detail is in first surface and nicely done. It measures only 12 inches long and dates from the 1930s and maybe earlier.

A GROUPING OF FOUR 19TH CENTURY FAMILY SILHOUETTES. They include the mother and father and their children. Each is framed in an out of period frame just as they were found in Maine this past summer. A wonderful grouping of hollow cut family silhouettes. Mom and pop measure 4.34 x 3.25. The kids measure 3.75 x 2.5 inches.

CAST IRON CROWING ROOSTER DOOR STOP. Wonderful original paint surface measuring 10.25 inches tall. Ca: 1920.

CAST IRON ELK STANDING ON ROCKS DOOR STOP. Excellent original paint and condition. Size, 10.75 inches tall. Ca: 1920.

$695.

CAST IRON PAINTED DOG NUT CRACKER. Like the squirrel nut cracker, this too has been painted in a very attractive color and design and mounted on a green painted wood base. Size, 13 x 6 inches. Ca: 1920.

$395.

HALF ROUND "WELCOME" HOOKED RUG. This beautiful little rug is not only well designed, but uses choice colors that further compliment it appearance and presence. It's had some minor "pull" repairs professionally done , it's been mounted and ready to hang in an area of your choosing. Dating from the 1920s, it measures 26 x 18.

$795.

VERY APPEALING PAIR OF FOLKY HAND CARVED AND MOUNTED DEER HEADS. Not only are they very well carved, but you'll really like their surface and carved detail and they're signed on the back; Wilfred Deyo, I think that's the way it's spelled, and dated October 1, 1935. Both are in perfect original condition. Size, 13.5 x 10 and extend 7 inches from the wall.

$895.

ARTICULATED WOODEN ARTIST MODEL. This is quite well carved and though not ancient, it's a good size measuring 22.5 inches tall. Excellent condition.

$495.

VERY HARD TO FIND, CAST IRON SQUIRREL WIND MILL WEIGHT. Made by the Elgin Wind & Power Co. Elgin, Illinois, Ca: 1900. It's in very old brown painted surface which has taken on a very nice look and texture. It measures 17 3/8 tall x 14 inches wide and weighs 39 pounds. Excellent condition!!!

$4500.

BEAUTIFULLY CARVED WHITE WHALE WITH SUPERB DETAIL AND FLOWING LINES. When one looks at carved whales, the name Clark Vorhees comes to mind and while the carver of this whale is unknown, it has all the bells, whistles and quality you see in Vorhees carvings. Not only is the lower jaw and teeth cleverly executed, it also has a small glass eye. Size, 35 inches long and 9.5 high. About 1930.

$4500.

40. FABULOUS TRAMP ART FRAME. I would date this from the early 1900s and from its looks, I doubt it has seen much usage likely being stored most of its life. The surface is great, the condition PERFECT and don't you think those two little ducks are just something special? Size, 9.75 x 7 overall.

$650.

HOLLOW BODY BLACK DUCK. Signed on the bottom, Clifford Hendrickson, Asbury Park, New Jersey. Excellent form and untouched original paint and surface.

Size, 17 inches long.  Ca: 1920 or earlier.

$795.

JONES BROTHERS OYSTER POT FROM BANGOR, MAINE. It measures 6.5 x 4.25 inches and remains in excellent condition. About 1920.

$450.

THREE GIRAFFES IN A BEAUTIFULLY SCULPTURED FORM CARVED FROM A SINGLE PEICE OF WOOD. When I bought this I said to myself "how did this guy do this"? It's African and likely a tourist trade item from mid 20th century.

$395.

WONDERFUL DOLL QUILT PROFESSIONALLY FRAMED AND MOUNTED. Great strong colors of indigo blue and white preserved forever for display. It measures, 19.5 x 14 overall. Ca: 1920 $695.

EARLY 20TH CENTURY SHEEP PAINTING. By the look of the overhanging area of the barn, I would think this painting was done in Pennsylvania. It's signed and dated, C. Fairchild, 1904 and is offered in excellent condition on board with no repairs or inpainting.

$495.

NICE PINE TREE ANDIRONS. These don't date much earlier than the 1960s but have a very desirable form which is perfect for rustic camps, cottages or the upcoming holiday season. In excellent condition, they measure 12.5 inches tall and extend 18 inches into the fire box.

$595.

TIN AMERICAN FLAG. I smiled when I bought this flag and do still every time I look at it. It's taken on a lovely surface and color over the years and has been mounted on a base for that special space in your home for you to continue to enjoy. Size, 16 inches tall. the flag is 10.5 x 7.

STANDING BOSTON TERRIER DOOR STOP. Manufactured by Bradley & Hubbard, Ca. 1920. This example is about as minty as they come with great color and surface only time can do. If you like your door stops original and crisp, you can't do any better than this one. 9.75 wide by 12.5 inches tall.

$1100.

A SMALLER SIZE TWO FINGERED OVAL SHAKER BOX. I'm not certain which Shaker Community this little gem originated from, but I do know it was painted bittersweet at one time. Unfortunately, a long time ago it was stripped down. Faint traces of color are still visible around the nails, and over the years it's taken on a beautiful soft surface and warm patina. Most of the label that remains on top is still intact. It's in perfect condition with no damage. Size, 3.75 x 2.75 x 1 3/8.

$1650.

6. IMPRESSIVELY CARVED GOLD GILDED SPREAD WINGED EAGLE. I feel this was carved in the 1920s and possibly earlier. It remains in excellent condition with only a few areas where the surface has been scuffed. Size, 19.5 x 14.5  

$1450.

Finely Detailed Three Masted Vessel from the turn of the century in a well made oak and walnut glass display case. Completely original and intact. Size, 25.5 x 19.5 x 9.5. From a home in Boothbay Harbor, Maine.

$2250.  PICK UP ONLY.

Two Small, Colorfully Glazed, Yelloware Piggy Banks. Both in excellent untouched condition. About 3 inches long. 1st quarter of the 20th C.

$165. ea.

Eye Catching Metal Owl Sculpture. I believe this is copper and was used originally as an outdoor ornament possibly on a fence or stone corner post as it does show nice signs of oxidation and weathering. Mounted, it stands 17 inches tall and I'll guess 60 to 70 years of age. Beautifully done and very sculptural.

$895.

Well Carved and Painted Seagull. Lots of detail went into this carving with nice feathering and split tail. Beautifully weathered and mounted of a half round branch. Size, 9 inches tall. About 1940, from Maine.

$695

Cast Aluminum Horse Head Trade Sign. This well detailed cast sign I believe was originally decorative but sometime in the 1950s, found itself painted and transformed in to Tack Shop sign. From Farmington, Maine.

$795.

Nice smaller size swordfish weathervane with directionals. I really like this little vane which originally performed duty on a small garage on the Cape near Hyannis. I would date it from the 1930s and its beautiful gold leaf is just what you would hope for in a vane. It comes mounted on a wooden base and measures 16 inches tall and 18 inches wide.

$895.

Impressively large 19th C Shaker Inspired Rug. If you've been looking for that special rug to draw attention to the space over your sofa, this rug just might be the one to consider. It's very large at 66 x 37, has been professionally mounted and wall ready for you to enjoy. This isn't the first time I've said this but colors make the rug and colors ARE the rug. This one was well made and planned to please.  No Repairs!

$2495.

Beautifully carved and painted wood duck decoy. By far the wood duck is the most beautiful of all ducks in nature. The unknown carved of this decoy captivated the form and spirit of color these duck are so well known for. About 1930. Size, 14 inches long.

$695. 

Early 20th century hooked rug. Here is a rug that is truly in untouched original mint condition. Its very colorful variegated central field is surrounded by a lovely meandering floral boarder which accents and frames the the rug in whole. Professionally mounted and wall ready for your home it measures 40 x 29.5 inches. About 1920.

$1400.

Small Three Masted Sailing Ship Weathervane. This is a neat little weathervane in silhouette form which would be perfect for a coastal cottage and decor. Nice surface, about 1950 and possibly earlier. Size, 16 x 14.

$595.

Exceptionally nice Maine Hollowcut Silhouette of Mr. Robt. H Kimball. Found recently in Maine and fresh out of a house in York County Maine. Note the nautical symbol on his lapel and also his watch fob. This is a rare chance to add a piece of Maine history to your collection.

$1400.

Miniature water color of  what I feel is a Hudson River Scene. There's a lot going on in this little painting with more than one sailing vessel, seagulls and a typical Hudson River mountainous shore line. Excellent condition. Size, only 5.5 x 4.5 overall.

New England Redware Jar. This example is in excellent condition with only very small rim chips that one would expect from use. Great color, glaze and condition to match. Size, 9.75 tall, 6.25 in diameter.

$695.

Ship in a Bottle. Very nice example of a working tug boat named U. S. Engineers plus the name Casey on its bulkhead who I assume made the model. Great condition with excellent detail hard to capture with the camera. Size, 11 inches long.

$595.

Two very decorative aluminum owls. My first thought was these were the fronts of andirons, but they were made for wall decor. Don't you just love their painted surface and glass eyes? Each measures 12 inches tall and 7.5 inches wide.

$395.

Cast Iron Cat. This originally started life as a andiron but some where in time got separated from it's mate and also its log dogs, but now works very well as a door stop. Great form and surface and standing 12.5 inches tall. About 1920.

$495.

Smaller size "Dapper Dan" Whirligig. This gig is in excellent overall condition and shows honest signs of weathering from exposer over the years. One paddle is clearly missing and there's a piece missing from its hat but much of its original paint still exists and it's offered on a custom made stand. Ca. 1920, maybe earlier. Size. 15 inches tall on the stand.

$2250.

Wonderfully Decorative Shell Anchor. Another great decoration to be used in that special space in your coastal home or cottage. Measures 10.5 inches tall with no missing shells.

Chip carved, painted and decorated whisk broom holder. This was recently brought to me by a picker and I assume was found in Maine. The color is very good as is the condition. Size, 8.75 x 6.5 Ca. 1930.

$195.

Cast Iron Garden Frog or Door Stop. Made in the 1950s by Virginia Metal Crafters it remains in excellent original condition and paint. Size, 8 inches long.

$275.

Gloucester Mariner cast in what I think is white metal. The condition is very good with no broken or missing pieces. Read the image for a complete caption. Size, 8.25 x 5.5  Nice coastal decorative!! 

$275.

Sandwich Glass Lamp. Blown Sandwich Glass Co. fluid lamp with double hearts motif and its original brass burners and caps. From a Michigan collection, in excellent condition. Size, 9.5 inches tall.

$250.

Sundial. 10.75 inch sundial in good surface and condition. Mfg. Virginia Metal Crafters, about 1950. One of the nicer examples I've seen.

$225.

Lighthouse Lamp. Bronze lighthouse lamp. Re-wired, working and ready to light up that special area in your camp or coastal cottage. It's from the 1930s and in perfect condition. Size, 14 inches tall on a 6.5 inch base.  

$695

Bronze discus thrower. I believe this dates from the 1930s and is just a nice little decorative for that special person or place. Mounted on a block stand, it measures 5.5 inches tall.

$295.

Double sided Barber Shop sign with great design and vibrant color. It measures 36 X 7 and as you can see is in excellent condition. Recently purchased from a Michigan collection.

$695.

19TH CENTURY HOOKED RUG. This is an interesting rug with great earthy colors, an oak leaf central theme and a very pleasing, well planned boarder. It's been professionally cleaned and mounted by Kathy Wilson and is wall ready for your home. A nice large size making it an attention grabber in any room possibly over a sofa or mantle. Size, 58 x 31.

$2250.

19TH CENTURY PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF A MAN, POSSIBLY OF THE CLERGY OR A BARRISTER. Very well done with intricate details to the face and hair. Framed in the original frame and measuring 4.5 x 5. About 1830. Excellent condition.

BALE HANDLE PEASEWARE JAR. This is one of the smallest size the company made and as you can see, this example remains totally untouched and original with an impressive surface to match. Only 3 inches tall not including the handle. About 1870.

$695.

IRON OPTOMETRIST TRADE SIGN. I think this is a neat sign in great condition, pleasing color and hopefully will be purchased by an Optometrist. Judging from the style of the letters, I think this is right out of the 1920s and measures 28 inches long with 3 3/4 inch lettering.

$595.

CONTEMPORARY MINIATURE PINTAIL DECOY......beautifully carved and painted in the manor of A. E. Crowell. Excellent condition. Size, 3.5 x 6/25.

$195.

CONTEMPORARY MINIATURE GREEN WING TEAL DECOY......beautifully carved and painted in the manor of A. E. Crowell. Excellent condition. Size, 4 X 4.25.

$195.

CONTEMPORARY MINIATURE WOOD DUCK DECOY......beautifully carved and painted in the manor of A. E. Crowell. Excellent condition. Size, 3.75 X 3.5.

$195.

H. H. (HARRY) ACKERMAN SHOREBIRD. Mr. Ackerman lived in Lincoln Park, Michigan and carved throughout his life making his livelihood carving decoys in that down river Detroit community. His work is on permanent display in the Michigan Folk Art Museum in Lansing, Michigan and though simple and crude in design, his work was effective and used by thousands of hunters. Harry died at age 97 in the 1990s. Size 10 x 14.

$275.

H. H. (HARRY) ACKERMAN SHOREBIRD. Mr. Ackerman lived in Lincoln Park, Michigan and carved throughout his life making his livelihood carving decoys. His work is on display on the Michigan Folk Art Museum in Lansing, Michigan and though simple and crude in design, his work was effective and used by thousands of hunters. Harry died at age 97 in the 1990s. Size 7 x 10 

$275.

HUGE CASED GIN BOTTLE. Over the years I have had many gin bottles but never before one this large. Aside from a small rim decorking chip, it remains totally original and perfect. Great color and surface! Size, 13.5 inches tall.

$695

BULLDOG POTTERY BANK IN A NICE SOFT GREEN GLAZE. Dating from the 1920s, this little sweetie has survived through the years in excellent condition. Size, 2.75 inches tall.

$295.

A PAIR OF SCOTTY DOGS BY A FENCE. Excellent original painted surface and condition. Each measures 4.5 x 5 inches. Attributed to Hubley Mfg.

$350.

BOSTON BULL TERRIER ANDIRONS. This version has luring green glass eyes which will glow in front of a nice fire. They stand 17 inches tall and extend 14 inches into the fire box. Perfect condition!

$950.

EARLY FREE BLOWN GIN BOTTLE. This bottle has escaped damage throughout the years, having a very nice tapered form with the early curved contoured base. Very sharp and rough open pontle with appropriate wear just where you want to see it. Measures 10 inches tall with a very attractive extended neck and lip.

$295.

SMALL SIZE "HUMMER" ROOSTER WIND MILL WEIGHT. I've had many of these charming little weights over the years and I still feel they are one of the most desirable of all the rooster weight forms. Beautiful natural surface! Size, 10 x 10.5 mounted.

$950.

Mold Blown Pickle Jar from the 19th century. Excellent condition with no cracks, chips or damage. It stands 11.5 inches tall.

$275.

Mold Blown Pickle Jar from the 19th century. Excellent condition with no damage. Size, 11.5 inches tall.

$275.

CAST BIRD DOG WITH HIS PRIZE. This dog, mounted on a rectangular base, I believe is white metal with a brass plating. I feel it's from the 1940s and as you can see, in very nice condition. Size, 6.5 x 5.5

$195.

FREE BLOWN SQUARE SIDED PICKLE JAR. Again made for food storage in the 1830s.

It measures 7 inches tall and 3 inches square. It's PERFECT!!!

$295.

LARGE BENNINGTON SOAP DISH. This is actually yelloware with a Bennington glaze.

It measures 7.25 wide and 3 inches tall. It's in totally excellent, untouched condition.

$225.

FREE BLOWN CLEAR GLASS COMPOTE. In perfect condition. It measures 6.5 inches tall and 8.5 inches in diameter.

$695.

$225.

$225.

FREE DRAWN WATERCOLOR ON PAPER FAMILY RECORD. This beautiful record represents the marriage, and children of Stephen Knight and Anna S. Baston of Falmouth, Maine. Meandering floral vine surround the record and a memorial drawing centers in the lower section. Drawn and singed by Anna Knight in 1829. Size, 18.5 x 15.5 in its original black painted frame.

$2200.

$895.

FABULOUS FOLK ART DEER HOOKED RUG. This rug is one of the most folky designed rugs I have seen in quite a while featuring a deer with terrestrial forms of stars and a moon. I believe it was inspired from a 19thc rug with a similar deer and embellishments. About 1940. Professionally cleaned, mounted and wall ready for that special space. Size, 28 x 36.

$1850.

$395.

$325.

A 1930'S WEATHERVANE OF A TRIO OF FLYING DUCKS. Perfect for the sportsman or hunter. These are from a Maine collection and are offered on a modern stand with overall measurements of 24 X 18.

$795.

$395.
 

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