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Tiny early 20th century Nantucket Basket. This is the smallest basket we've ever owned and what a treat to find this little gem in "mint" condition. It measures only 3 inches in diameter and 5.75 inches tall including its handle. Maker unknown. Superb color and patina.

$950.

BALE HANDLE PEASEWARE JAR. Excellent condition free of cracks or hairlines. Nice natural color and surface. Northeast Ohio, c1870. Size: 5.5 inches in diameter, 7 inches tall including the handle.

$695.

Lloyd Thomas, 1910-1990, Camden, Maine. Thomas was a shipwright and a good one. His father owned an antique shop in which Lloyd found  and enhanced the facades of old sea chests with eagles and ships. Not only did he carve cased and open-faced dioramas, he also was expert in carving fish plaques simulating fish from local lakes and streams. His pieces are in museums and prized in major collections nationally. This fine relief diorama depicts a clipper ship on the wind with skillful and accurate details. Signed in two places and dated 1936. Size: 12 x 10 in a modern frame.

$1495.

Sheffield knife with a carved bone handle in the form of an alligator. Nicely carved in the folk art fashion. Size: 15.5 inches long. c1900

$350.

Four early 19th century stamped brass tie backs. All in excellent condition. All with a very appealing color and surface and measuring 4 inches in diameter and protruding 4 inches from the wall.

$250.   22PD814

18th century tin glazed Dutch or English Delft Charger with a floral pattern in wonderfully strong vibrant colors. Some small rim ships, as expected which are quite small but no cracks or hairlines. Comes with an early wall hanging device and measures 12.75" in diameter. Inventory 23PD36.

$695

19th century sailor-made cane or walking stick with a delicate and well carved lady's hand holding an egg. Incredible detail throughout its handle and further complemented with an oblong, not round,  rosewood shaft. Size: 38.5". c1850-60. Inventory number 23PD277.

$895.

Early 20th century cast metal profile of George Washington mounted on a wooden shield backboard. Nice casting detail and condition to match. 12.5 x 11.5

$295.

Fine English tin glazed delft charger with a strong colorful central floral motif. Quite good condition with a few expected losses from use and wear, mostly on the back side. Size: 13 inches in diameter. Age: Late 18th century 

$695. 23PD34

Folk art figure of a man with a goatee. This began life with good intentions of being a whirligig, but paddles were never added and it was never finished or painted. The surface today is a naturally oxidized color with soft toning which substantiates age, color and surface. c 1930-40.  Ex. Robert (Bob) Ketlehut collection. Size: 18 inches tall on a modern painted wood base. Inventory number 23PD598

$1800.

A very unusual metal frame. We think its rolled flaps that surround its open sight are additionally complemented by 4 maple leafs embellishing the corners. c1900-1910. Completely untouched and original. Size: 9.5 x 6.5

$265.

Treasures and sculptures from bygone sailing years. Dead eyes, as these are called, were used on early ships for trimming sails. Each is presented on a modern metal stand for an eye catching visual display. One is 23 inches tall while the other is an inch taller. They were made in a variety of sizes, depending on their use, with these being on the smaller size. Who cannot admire these human-like facial objects from the 19th century?

$695. the pair.

Late 19th/early 20th century pocket watch trade sign. Most of these signs are cast iron, but this version I'm fairly confident to say is cast zinc. It's not nearly as heavy yet has survived well in weathered condition. Completely untouched and original with tin faces in wonderful condition considering so many get battered while in use. The face of the clock on both sides shows honest wear and weathering. The name Bunch is common in Pennsylvania and it's quite possible the sign is from the greater Philadelphia area. Size: 24 inches tall with a 17 inch diameter face.

$2250.  22PD840

19th century steam/sail ship broadside painting. Fine details depict several crew members on deck plus a good amount of skill went into portraying its masts and rigging. Size overall, 26 x 21.5. Excellent condition, original lemon gold frame with no repairs or inpainting. Inventory number 23PD453.

$1200.

Magnificent, heavy and large, late 19th century, cast iron recumbent lion. Excellent overall condition showing great color and surface. Wonderful detail and presence as he sits on its original iron base which is often missing. Size: 28 inches long, 15.5 inches tall.

$1450.

19th century 3/4 wax figure of a young boy. We have never seen anything to compare it to in both composition and detail. Set in a deep shadow box frame with a round sight which we feel is original to the piece. For the most part we deal in American portraits, but could not resist this heartwarming little English portrait which we hope captivates you as it did us. Size: 5.25 square. Both sitter and artist unknown.

$1950.

Charles Russell Loomis, American, 1857-1936, active in New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. A well-listed artist known for landscape and portrait paintings. This bucolic rendition of a single sheep is very well done and if you're a sheep lover, this may catch your eye. Excellent, untouched and original with no repairs or inpainting. Original frame with some minor gold loss. The quality of this painting reflects the skill and training of the artist. Signed and dated LR 1886. Size: 17 x 15.5

$1500.

Late 19th century painted Shaker feather basket. Amazing condition free of loss or damage. Wonderful mushroom brown color and surface. Bought from a private Maine collection. Size: 18 inches tall at the handle, 19 inches in diameter.

$2800.

William Columbus Ehrig, American, 1893-1973. Born in Brooklyn and studied at the Brooklyn Academy of Fine Arts. He specialized and was best known for his oils on canvas of Maine coastal scenes. This fine example measures 43 x 27 overall  and presented in its original frame. Signed and dated LR.

$1450.

19th century American overmantle OOC portrait of a charming little girl holding a basket of assorted fruits. She is beautifully posed wearing a white high waist dress with medium puffy sleeves and red ribbon or sash. Her ruffled bonnet, blue beaded necklace and red waist band further complement her attire. She is flanked by two trees with a landscape background. The work has been professionally relined and remains in very good to excellent condition. The frame, is of the period, but may not be original to the work; it consists of a busy rosette pattern terminating with shell motif corners. Both sitter and artist are unknown. 37 x 31 overall. She is quite lovely. c1830-35

A very well worn whale vertebrae with carved facial details. A great example of a unique Inuit folk carving at a high level. Size: 15 x 10.5 

$650. 23PD45

Hefty bronze bull sculpture. Identified as Toro Paloma and signed F. Roland. Boldly detailed and showing exuberant power and strength. Excellent condition with a warm color and untouched patina. Size: 16.5 long, 6 inches wide and 10.5 inches tall. Age: c. 1900's.

$1950.

19th century Adam & Eve sampler by Mary Ann Smith at 11 years of age in 1819. A few tiny holes, but considering it was made 203 years ago, I'd say it has survived quite well. Offered in a modern frame measuring 21 x 18.

$1250.

Oval Windsor stool attributed to Wallace Nutting. One look at the surface and form of this little beauty can easily take you back into the 18th century, but in reality it was made in the early 20th century. The furniture Nutting reproduced always represented the best of form and this little gem is no exception. Size: 19 x 12 x 8

$395.

Bronze polar bear sculpture by James Stafford, b1937 in Chehalis, Washington.  This example is cold painted bronze, signed and stamped 4 of 35. c1985. Size: 8.5 x 9.5 Excellent condition.

$895.

Very unusual 19th century fingered pantry box with letters, SF inlaid on its cover. Very good condition. Over the years, we've seen our share of pantry boxes, but never one with applied letters c1830

$895.

A pair of late 19th century cast iron eagles. We're not certain if these were made as decoratives or possibly associated with a trade sign. They are both in excellent condition with exceptional surfaces. Size: 12 inches tall, 15 inches long and 4 inches wide and their price includes custom metal wall brackets for a great visual display. In our combined 104 years years, neither of us has ever seen anything to compare with these.

See inset image of another pair of eagle holding apothecary jars. These eagles were mostly seen in larger city apothecaries and pharmacies and are a rare find today. 

$2500. the pair.

19th OOC portrait of a Swampscott Dory sailboat. Designed by Theo. Brackett and  built by James A. Knolton and F. E. Andrews about 1841. This portrait was done later in 1904 and signed LL, Ellis. As you can see, it depicts two men working the boat along with what we assume is the owner of the boat dressed in a suit and tie. Two very tiny holes were mended professionally along with a light cleaning. The original frame measures 26 x 20, and remains in very good condition.

$1850.

A pair of 19th century British Royalty wax portrait miniatures in deep shadow box birdseye maple frames. Please look at the images that show their history which appears verso. Impressive detail, excellent condition. Each measures 7 x 6 overall.

$795. the pair.

19th century soldier blue firkin. A nice example with tacked fingers pointing left. An age crack on its lid is its only flaw which one comes to expect with age. The top measures 11.75 inches while its bottom is 13 inches. Overall height is 17 inches including the handle. Very good condition with signs of wear commensurate with use and age.

$775.

19TH CENTURY LETTER OPENER. A highly detailed and graceful hand carved pheasant embellish the handle of this wonderful letter opener. Excellent condition with a rich warm tone and color. Size: 11 inches long. I think this and the page turner above may be by the same hand.

$250.

Industrial wheel lamp. This incredible lamp, made from an industrial steel and rubber wheel, is signed Fairbanks. Skillfully transformed into a lamp which in the right space WILL light up your life. Size: 36.5 tall. The wheel measures 15.5 inches in diameter. Guaranteed to be an attention getting on your home.

$1150.

10th anniversary tin hat. Handmade for the Amalgamated Sheet Metal Workers on its 10th anniversary. Excellent oxidized color and condition. Size: 10.5 x 9.

$850.

A small  late 19th century child's or whimsical harp in its original design, paint and decoration. I'm fairly certain this never worked as a real harp and may have actually been used as a trade sign in a music shop.

One of its strings is missing, but overall, it's in amazing condition.

Size: 31 inches tall, 20 inches wide.

$1500.

18th century tin glazed delft plate with a colorful central sunflower pattern and motif. Surrounding is a yellow band with a meandering green leafy vine. Size: 12 inches in diameter. Excellent condition with some small rim ships and flakes as consistent with age and use.

$1250.

EARLY 19TH CENTURY FREE BLOWN STORAGE JAR MARKED "BOTTLE E". A medium green color. Excellent condition. Free of flaws. Size: 10.75 x 4.74. Country of origin, France.

$575.

20th century painted cast iron rooster. Small cast iron rooster mounted on a modern wooden base. Its surface and color suggest time spent outdoors as possibly a figural decorative or fence fragment. Very good condition with an eye appealing surface. Size: 13.5 x 10 c1920-30.

$595.

DECORATED AND GLAZED CANNING JAR. Great size and color. A few minor chips on its rim. Origin: Northern New England or Canada. Size: 7.5 tall. 4.25 diameter. c1850  

$695.

20TH CENTURY FISH WEATHERVANE. Composition: Formed copper and solder. Great appearance with a totally honest and natural verdigris color and surface. Presented on a modern stand. No repairs. Size: 25 inches long, 14 inches tall on its base. Age: Mid 20th century.

$1150.

LARGER SIZE OVAL PANTRY BOX IN UNTOUCHED NATURAL FINISH AND SURFACE. Excellent condition having very unusual finger laps. c1890-1900.

Size: 10.25 x 3.75 x 7.

$595

19TH CENTURY AMERICAN THEOREM ON VELVET. Comprised of two grape clusters plus various fruits well arranged in a flared handled basket. Excellent condition under its original wavy glass. Size: 18.5 x 17.5.

$2500.

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