Kokomo, Indiana 1854 Sarah Jenkins Woolwork American Sampler »

Circa 1854: Signed “Sarah Jenkins, her work aged 11 done in the year of our Lord 1854.” Adornment on this sampler includes a young girl holding a puppy in her lap, a man standing in front of a house, three birds, two butterflies, a buck deer, flowers, a vine border, rows of alphabets, numbers, family initials, and the inscription “Remember thy Creator in the days of thy youth.”

For Sale: $895

Daniel Boone Fighting the Bear: Folk Art Patriotic Americana Painted Box »

Circa 1875-1895 | Amazing Artist's Paint Box, Fully Decorated: Measuring 15 3/4" wide, 5 1/2" tall, 9 1/2" deep and found in the heart of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, this late 19th century artisian's paint box is patriotic American folk art at its finest. Every surface outside is decorated with delicate patterns. The artist even used one of his old paint palletes to construct the bottom of the box! However, the outstandingly naive folk art rendition on the box's inside lid— Daniel Boone fighting off a bear with the butt of his rifle— vaults this whimsical art supply box into a musuem quality piece of patriotic Americana.

For Sale: $1250

Antique American Patriotic Folk Art War Eagle Carving »

Circa 1890-1910: Measuring 24" X 9" and grasping an arrow in its talons, this fine late 19th or early 20th century hand-carved pine war eagle was discovered on an old building in Ipswitch, Massachusetts and shows a weathered surface appropriate for its age. Note that the our nation's symbol is presented with its wings spread, making it seem as if the carving is soaring across the skies with an arrow in tow.

For Sale: $1250

Julis Norton 3 Gallon
Blue Decorated Stoneware Crock »

Circa 1841-1850: Julius Norton used the stamp on this three gallon 12" blue decorated storage jar from 1841 through 1844 and then again from 1847 through 1850. This jar's uncommon floral spray contrasts beautifully with its light Vermont clay and makes it extremely visually pleasing. This is a super piece of 19th century American stoneware from one of its most prominent potters at a very affordable price.

For Sale: $495

Uncle Sam Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1886-1892: Shepard Hardware Co., designed by Charles Shepard & Peter Adams, patentedJune 8th, 1886. This wonderful Uncle Sam mechanical bank has especially well-painted eyes! This highly prized bank is in completely original condition with no touch ups or repairs. It even comes with its original key!

For Sale: $2,700

5 Gallon Ohio Blue Decorated Antique Ovoid Stoneware Jug »

Circa 1830-1850: Measuring 15 1/2" tall and 10 1/2" wide, this rugged 5 gallon Ohio ovoid jug with floral decoration and a neat decorated handle is a sight to behold. The charming floral decoration approximates the wisteria and counterpoints the masculine beauty of this formidable hunk of early American stoneware.

For Sale: $495

Oil Painting on Board, Early 20th Century
Columba Palumbus (Wood Pigeon) »

Circa 1900-1925: Enthusiatic naturalist sign. Oil on Board.

For Sale: $1250

Antique American Folk Art Double-Sided Game Board »

Circa 1880s, New England Origin: Measuring a little under 19 inches square, his handsome double-sided New England game board has all the bells and whistles that collectors desire: untouched original surface, superb graphic appeal, multiple borders, and good old honest wear in all the right places.

SOLD

James Hamilton & Company Cobalt Decorated
Two-Gallon Storage Jar »

Circa 1870-1880:This interesting 12" two gallon James Hamilton & Co. storage jar is decorated with four unusual freehand blue X's, four freehand stripes, neat naive curlicues attached to the ends of one of the stripes, and a good deal of stenciled cobalt decoration. It is said that Hamilton's children sometimes decorated pieces of stoneware, and these primitive freehand X's and added curlicues surely seem as if they are from the hand of a child and not from an experienced decorator. The whimsical blue X's and curlicues make this jar stand out as a one of a kind example of southwest Pennsylvania stoneware.

For Sale: $695

Early American Primitive Trencher
in Original Slate Green Paint »

Circa 1750-1850: Antique Country Primitives enthusiasts who crave great form and orginal painted surface will love this superb early American poplar dough trencher. At 28" wide, 13"deep, and 4" high, this handsome Pennsylvania or New England trencher will make a bold statement as a centerpiece on an old harvest or sawbuck table and is especially beautiful when filled with stone fruit -- or even the real thing! This is early American painted woodenware at its finest.

For Sale: $1295

Early American Antique Country Primitive
Slate Blue Apple Tray »

Circa 1850-1880: Spectaular Size, Square Nail Construction, Best Original Blue Paint: Measuring 29" wide, 18" deep, and 6" tall and contructed from half inch thick white pine boards. Wonderful orginal blue painted surface, canted sides, a beautiful and unususal single board overhanging bottom, square nail construction, and nice large size.

For Sale: $1295

Antique Advertising Hunt Club Shoes Tin Sign »

Circa 1905-1909: Measuring 24" by 30", this early 20th century Hunt Club Shoes sign sports a romantic scene of a well-to-do couple out for an afternoon horse ride on their grand Victorian villa. In the foreground of the scene is perched top of the line patent leather shoe. The Wingo, Ellett, and Crump Shoe Company of Richmond and Manchester, Virginia, was at its height in the first decade of the 20th century and had their signs made by The Meek Company in Coshocton, Ohio, which was long our nation's prominent manufacturing center for advertising signs from all over the United States and worlwide.

For Sale: $650

Southeastern Pennsylvania Miniature Blanket Chest »

Circa 1840-1860: At just over 13 1/2" high, 18 1/4" wide, and 11 1/2" deep, this gorgeous miniature blanket chest hails from southeastern Pennsylvania and features a dark reddish brown surface with a single yellow painted stripe around the box's bottom molding. The chest itself is made completely of tulip poplar and sports a dovetailed case and square nail construction on the bottom.

For Sale: $1,495

Antique American Folk Art Michigan Schoolgirl Sampler»

Signed "Eliza H. Booth Mich. Aged 10 Years 1850": Michigan samplers are rare, and even advanced collectors can go a lifetime without holding one in their hands. This scarce antique Midwestern textile measures 18 1/2" wide and 8 1/2" tall and is housed in a 22" X 12" frame.

For Sale: $2250

1816 Ann Withington Massachusetts House Sampler »

Circa 1816: Ann Gill Withington was born January 11, 1805 in Dorchester, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, to Mather and Sarah Withington. Miss Withington's paternal grandfather Ebenezer Withington (1729 - 1800) was involved in the Boston Tea Party.

For Sale: $3,750

Antique 7 1/2" Shaker Swing-Handled Berry Basket »

Circa 1850-1880: We can attribute this lovely third quarter 19th century swing-handled basket to the Shakers because it is made completely of black ash, sports the classic Shaker single lashing around the rim, features a beautifully carved handle, and is simple in design, yet perfectly constructed and visually pleasing. At 7 1/2" in diameter and 5" in height (9 1/2" with handle extended), this early Shaker basket would have been consummately suited for berry picking. Condition is excellent with no breaks or repairs and only two minor and very old usage stains on the inside bottom of the basket. This wonderful antique American swing-handled Shaker basket exudes the tasteful simplicity of its maker and will be an excellent addition to any collection of quality antiques.

For Sale: $650

Antique American Grain Painted Miniature Blanket Chest »

Circa 1870: Miniature blanket chests are highly desirable, and good honest ones are getting very difficult to find. Found in Centre County Pennsylvania, this handsome original grain painted miniature blanket chest measures a very practical and usable 15 1/2" tall, 20" wide, and 12 1/2" deep.

For Sale: $1,250

Pair Antique Illinois River Bluebill Decoys »

Circa 1920-1940: This handsome pair of second quarter 20th century Illinois River bluebill working decoys measure 12" long, 6 1/2" high, and 5" wide and feature wonderfully carved wings and unusual painted wood eyes set with tiny finishing nails. These old working decoys are in good condition with a few minor losses and cracks, but they are structurally sound and absolutely gorgeous in their old, if not orginial, paint. The carver of this fine pair of bluebills is unknown to us, but it is obvious that he took great care in both carving and decorating his birds. Note, too, that there a is an old museum or collection number on the bottom of each bird. The previous owner was obviously very proud of these ducks. This is an excellent pair of antique Illinois River decoys at a very affordable price.

For Sale: $650

Antique American Stoneware Blue Decorated Batter Jug »

Circa 1850-1870: This 10" New York stoneware batter jug features the classic cobalt freehand decorated jack in the pulpit produced at the Whites Utica pottery in Utica, New York. Because batter jugs were extremely utilitarian in nature and were used on a nearly daily basis in the 19th century American kitchen, they often sustained damage and thus are difficult to find in good condition today. This lovely batter jug is in excellent conditionwith no cracks or repairs and only two small and inconspicuous flakes flakes and will make a pleasing addition to any collection of stoneware, country primitives, or early American antiques.

SOLD

Loogootee Pottery Frog Mug »

Circa 1880s: Before relocating to Loogootee, Indiana, and beginning work there as a potter in 1878, John H. Folks had spent time working for master Midwestern potters Wallace and Cornwall Kirkpatrick in Anna, Illinois. The Kirkpatrick brothers were known for their whimsical stoneware masterpieces which included railroad pig flasks, grotesque snake jugs, figural door stops, dollheads, shoo fly jugs, frog mugs, and a host of other imaginative political and satirical whimsies.

For Sale: $895

Frog on Round Base Antique Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1884: This bank represents a typical Punch and Judy theatre, scenery, curtain and all. Judy receives the coin in a plate in her hand, a lever is pressed and Punch rushes forward brandishing a club, when Judy turns quickly and deposits the coin in the bank. Name "Punch and Judy Bank" above the stage opening. Two varieties, one has smaller letters in the name than the other. Buffalo, N.Y. July 15, 1884.

For Sale: $1495

Punch and Judy Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1884: This bank represents a typical Punch and Judy theatre, scenery, curtain and all. Judy receives the coin in a plate in her hand, a lever is pressed and Punch rushes forward brandishing a club, when Judy turns quickly and deposits the coin in the bank. Name "Punch and Judy Bank" above the stage opening. Two varieties, one has smaller letters in the name than the other. Buffalo, N.Y. July 15, 1884.

For Sale: $2250

William Tell Antique Cast Iron Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1896: The Bank features the figure of William Tell pointing his rifle at an apple on the head of his young son who stands in front of a castle tower. The William Tell Bank was patented in 1896 by Russell Frisbie and manufactured by J & E. Stevens for a several years. It remains one of the most popular mechanical banks ever produced. This example has good original paint with no touch-ups, breaks, or repairs and comes to you in completely original condition.

For Sale: $1,195

1920s Steelcraft Pressed Steel Mack Army Truck»

Circa 1920s: This scarce closed cab version of the Steelcradft Mack Army truck is 23 inches long and features excellent original paint, original decals, and even its original canvas. The red wheels pop in youthful contast to the khaki brown military color scheme of the rest of the truck. This high quality antique American toy was obvioulsy gently used and thus remains in superb collector condition.

SOLD

Best Pair of Antique American Folk Art Memory Jugs »

Circa 1900, Outstanding Decoration: Standing 13" in height, this pair of highly decorated folk art memory jugsis an impressive sight to behold. Each jug is filled with a myriad of delightful turn of the last century trinkets, including dolls, tokens, silverware, small ears of corn, and much much more! To top it off, these whimsical jugs were set upon nine inch tin plates so that the maker (or makers as the case may be) could have even more room for decoration.

For Sale: $950

Early Redware Spaniel Dog in Doghouse Humidor »

Circa 1880s: The six color polychromatic paint decoration on this charming late 19th century tobacco humnidor gives it superb visual appeal. This delightful humidor, measuring 6 1/2" tall, 5 1/2" wide, and 8 1/4" deep and stamped 1340 on its underside and WF1340 on rear, is reminscent of the highly popular 19th century Staffordshire dogs and will fit well with any fine collection of Staffordshire or tobacciana.

Sale Pending

Early American Tiger Maple One Drawer Stand »

Circa 1820-1840: This antique one drawer stand is made of solid tiger maple with pine secondary wood. It features a single board top, nicely turned legs, and a dovetailed drawer with a hand chamfered bottom. The table measures 28" in height, and the overhanging top measures 19" wide by 18 3/4" deep. The table has an old mellow refinish with a replaced drawer knob, and the top has an old age crack that was long ago glued when the top was reset. The stand came out of an old Indiana collection and is probably of Indiana or Ohio origin. This is a handsome, sturdy, and servicable early tiger maple work table that will look great in any room and comes at a very affordable price.

For Sale: $695

A.P. Donaghho 2 Gallon Salt Glaze Stoneware Snowflake Churn »

Circa 1860-1900: Without question, A.P. Donaghho is West Virginia's most well-known potter and is among the the finest American potters ever to spin clay on the wheel. Donaghho was in business for forty years, and in that time, he threw stoneware in a wide variety of forms and decorated his pieces both freehand and in stencils. Standing 12 1/2" tall and 7 1/2" wide, this two gallon snowflake churn is a real gem. Condition on this churn is outstanding, with no chips, cracks, or repairs. This is a wonderful example of West Virginia stoneware.

For Sale: $495

18th Century Mahogany Queen Anne Mirror »

Circa 1770-1800: In southwestern Pennsylvania, we found this rare 16" X 10" early American mirror with all the bells and whistles: petite size, early if not first surface, original mirror and backboard, and important polychromatic painted and hand carved shell decoration. This charming mirror is a real jewel meant for thosesophisticated collectors who like their antiques early and original.

For Sale: $2,250

18th Century Needlework Adam and Eve Sampler »

Circa 1781: Striking motifs, black snake, naked adam and eve, rabbit border, hearts, birds, flowers and more, along with excellent condition and early date make this a stand out antique sampler.

For Sale: $1,895

R. W. Russell Blue Decorated Two-Gallon Stoneware Jar »

Circa 1850-1868: Beaver County stoneware is highly sought after, and this beautiful signed R.W. Russell two gallon storage jar is a fine example of the heavy primitive stoneware made in this western most county of Pennsylvania. The semi ovoid crock measures 9 1/2" tall, 9 3/4" wide at the top, and 7 1/4" at its base.

For Sale: $495

Cetacolor Advertising Linen Banner»

Circa 1910: Superb graphics printed by the famous Acme Sign Printing Company in Dayton Ohio. Nice size at 30" x 24" with vibrant color, and in excellent condition.

For Sale: $395

Antique Jockey on Horse Tin Litho Wind Up Toy »

Circa 1900-1920: Here is a fabulous five inch German tin wind up toy that comes complete with key and is in excellent working order and in fine condition.

For Sale: $345

Antique Arcade Fageol Safety Coach Cast Iron Vehicle »

Freeport, Illinois, Circa 1925-1931
Rarely found in orange, this large 12" Arcade Fageol Safety Coach retains an incredible original panted surface and is fantastic condition. Here is an outstanding find for a collector who wants a classic American cast iron toy in a very hard to find color!

For Sale: $795

Uncle Sam Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1886: Shepard Hardware's Uncle Sam mechanical bank is the most widely recognized patriotic 19th century toy, which makes it highly prized among today's collectors of mechanical banks, cast iron toys, and patriotic Americana. This iconic mechanical bank is in completely original condition with no touch ups or repairs and has especially well executed eyes and a high percentage of original paint. This is a very fine bank in exellent condition.

For Sale: $2,700

Fun-to-Wash Americana Advertising »

Circa 1915-1945: Black, red and yellow graphics are bold and fun on this early piece of black Americana advertising. Fun-to-Wash Washing Powder Manufactured Only by The Hygienic Laboratories Inc., Buffalo, N.Y. Nice condition and great colorful appeal.

For Sale: $85

Antique Stoneware Doorstop »

Circa 1875-1900: This unusual cold painted stoneware spaniel on round base door stop was probably made in Pennsylvania or New York and was purchased by the former owner in the late 1960s at Freeman's Auction in Philadelphia.

For Sale: $495

Early Antique American Advertising Match Holder »

Circa 1940s | St. Louis Mo.: Fantastic illustrative style and bold colors on this early advertising match holder. Merry War Lye on the farm and in the kitchen. Color litho by Chas. W. Shonk Co., Chicago. "The Girl who can tell the best Lye". This match holder has it all.

SOLD

Beaver County Pennsylvania Cobalt Decorated 3 Gallon Cake Crock »

Circa late 1840s - late 1870s: Beaver County, Pennsylvania stoneware cake crocks are hard to find, and this J. Weaver three gallon cake crock is the largest example we have ever seen from the region. Measuring a remarkable 12 inches wide from handle to handle and nearly 8 inches in height, this highly decorated and signed western Pennsylvania cake crock is a real gem and is worthy of even the finest collection of early American antiques.

SOLD

Early Staffordshire Transferware Cup with Kangaroos »

Circa 1850: Wild Animal scenes on antique staffordshire transferware are highly coveted by collectors. This unusual scene with kangaroos and wild hares and extra bands of decoration is a delight.

For Sale: $275

Yellow Slip Decorated Redware Bowl »

Circa 1850-1880: Excelent condition on this early american antique redware, slip decorated bowl. Six freehand painted yellow slip lines.

For Sale: $495

Antique American Game: Whirlpool Game »

Circa 1900: McLoughlin Brothers: This wonderful example of turn of the 20th century chromolithography by the masters themselves, The McLoughlin Brothers, has superb graphic appeal with its ship succumbing to the ocean's depths and its crew members attempting to escape certain death. Includes original spinner and parts in nice condition.

SOLD

Sandy Andy Crane No. 104 Antique American Tin Litho Sand Toy »

Circa 1917: Excellent Condition, Outstanding Graphics: This absolutely charming Sandy Andy Crane dates to 1917 and is in hard to find excellent condition.

For Sale: $395

H.G. Traver Illinois River Decoy »

Circa 1930s: Decatur, Illinois, carver H, G. Traver's decoys are difficult to find, and this bluebill is a fine example of his work.

For Sale: $295

Stick Spatter Rabbits Playing Baseball Plate »

Circa 1905: Wonderful freehand painting and cobalt blue stick spatter decoration on this hand painted rabbitware plate. Rabbit sporting scene plates are highly desirable.
Smith Paterson, Company, Boston

For Sale: $1,295

Unique Matching Pair of Carved Mallard Decoys »

Circa 1930s: This pair of diminutive folk art mallard decoys was found in Lawrence, Kansas. Wonderful original surface with lots of color and nice small size make this pair of decoys quite charming.

For Sale: $295

Arcade Cast Iron Fageol Bus »

Circa 1925-1931: Brilliant blue paint and great form on this early antique cast iron Arcade large 12" Fageol Bus

For Sale: $595

Pedro Cut Plug Tobacco Tin »

Circa 1890-1903: This excellent condition early Pedro Cut Plug Smoking Tobacco tin was manufactured by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. The American Tobacco Co. Successor and sports fabulous graphics: an ace high flush, two one-eyed jacks, a corncob pipe, and a Native American peace pipe.

For Sale: $250

Redware Pitcher »

Circa 1850-1875: Exquisite form and surface on this early American redware pitcher.

For Sale: $495

Painted Wooden Barber Pole Antique Trade Sign »

Circa 1900-1925: This handsome red and white striped antique Barber Pole has great visual appeal and is small enough to fit just about anywhere. This fine early trade sign will compliment any collection of American folk art or Americana.

SOLD

Queen Anne Diminutive Bird Cage Tea Table »

Circa 1780-1800: This lovely diminutive cherry Queen Anne bird cage tea table features snake feet, highly desirable ring and baluster turning, and a very old, if not original, surface.

SOLD

Early American Tin Pull Toy: Elephant and Rider Pulling Cart»

Circa 1890-1910: Early American tin toys are difficult to find in any condition; so this lovely and unusual late 19th to early 20th century elephant drawn cart measuring just over six inches in length is sure to please even the most fastidious and avid collector.

For Sale: $245

Early American Antique Stoneware Blue Decorated Storage Jar »

Circa 1860-1880: The striking cobalt freehand decoration on this 9 inch Pennsylvania or Maryland half gallon stoneware storage jar has great contrast and stretches completely around the jar. There are no chips or cracks and only one stone ping on this eye-pleasing antique storage jar, which will fit well in a setting of primitive antiques or early Americana.

For Sale: $375

Plow Boy Tobacco Can with Paper Label »

Circa 1910-1925: Excellent condition on this early Plow Boy Tobacco Can from St. Louis, MO. Paper label in perfect condition - excellent early american advertising tobacco can.

For Sale: $225

King's Rose Staffordshire Pitcher »

Circa 1840: Excellent condition and superb hand painted decoration make this early soft past pitcher a great find.

For Sale: $450

New Geneva PA Highly Decorated 7 Inch Tanware Pitcher »

Circa 1880-1900: Tanware was manufactured in New Geneva, Pennsylvania from approximately 1880 until just after the turn of the 20th century and was sold mainly to tourists as souvenirs. Thus, great care was taken in making beautiful and elaborate hand-painted decoration on these pieces, and this is why Pennsylvania tanware ranks as some of the most highly prized and collectible antique American stoneware.

For Sale: $1,495

Early Humped Back Teddy Bear »

Circa 1910-1925: Long arms, long snout, long mohair and humped back bring great character to this old bear. Measures 12" tall.

For Sale: $795

Single Finger Jointed Old Surface Miniature Pantry Box »

Circa 1880-1910: 2 3/4" x 1 1/2"h, remnants of old grean paint and wear. Nice old nails with patina.

For Sale: $175

19th Century Wallpaper Box »

Circa 1870s: Great Color on this early wallpaper box. Wonderful greens, mustards, golds and browns wrap around this delightful lidded wallpaper box.

For Sale: $495

Redware Yellow Slip Decorated Trencher »

Circa 1810-1820 | Coggled edges and yellow slip decoration and great wear on this lovely early redware trencher.18" x 12"

For Sale: $1,995

Rosehead Nails Early Antique Round Pantry Box »

CIrca 1800: Early Lap Jointed Pantry Box with a mellow old finish with great oxidation, rosehead nails and small wooden pegs make this a lovely pantry box to add to your collection. Measures 5 1/2"W x 1 1/2"h.

For Sale: $325

Sabbathday Lake Village Maine Shaker Pantry Box »

CIrca 1850: The original blue gray painted surface on this thick walled Sabbathday Lake Village pantry box exhibits excellent patina and appropriate wear. Box measures 9 /1/2" in diameter and 6" in height.

For Sale: $525

Black Beauty | Milton Bradley Antique Game »

Circa 1910: Striking early chromolithograph of great black full figure horse. Early game from Milton Bradley. Wonderful inside graphics as well.

For Sale: $95

Antique Mickey and Minnie Mouse Noisemaker »

Circa 1930s: Walt E. Disney, Marks Bros. Wooden mouthpiece, great litho label

For Sale: $175

Strauss Tin Litho Grinder Toy »

Circa 1918-1942: In the toy world, Strauss toys are known for for their beautiful lithography.

For Sale: $195

Superb Folky Hand Carved Pintail Hen Duck Decoy »

Circa 1920-1940: Original Paint, Fantastic Form: Striking 5 1/2" long tail and its primitive original painted surface, combine to make this pintail decoy a truly excellent example of antique American folk art.

For Sale: $295

"Going to School" Pen and Ink Drawing »

Signed O.W. Clark 1911 on back: A charming red cloaked girl ties her boots and says, "Wait for me." Her lunch pail at her feet and a little petticoat showing. Sweet, naive watercolor, ink and graphite.

For Sale: $295

Mochaware Footed Bowl »

Circa 1820-1840: Brown seaweed dendritic decoration on white ground, outlined by two blue pinstrips on yellowware on wonderful raised foot.

For Sale: $300

Hubley White Elephant Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1934: Hubley Manufacturing Company began operation in 1894 and was located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They expanded their basic line of toys in the 1920s to include bookends, ashtrays, and doorstops.

For Sale: $300

Antique Beaded Reticule with Folk Art Scene »

Circa 1850-1875: 19th century small beaded purse with folk art scene, large graphic florals and charming decorative top border.

For Sale: $325

Early Antique Pen and Ink Artists Fraktur Sketch in Tiger Maple Frame »

Circa 1850: Exquisting calligraphy on this charming signed artists pen and ink. Signed William B. Dice

For Sale: $325

Early 19th Century Beaded and Woven Bag »

Circa 1830-1850: Wonderful signed reticule, Mary Smith. Bottom adorned with tree motif, and bold stripes of black, greens, browns and creams make this little early antique purse charming.

For Sale: $325

Red, White and Blue Americana Patriotic Hooked Rug »

Circa 1920-1940: Wonderful color on this art deco era, clam shell, red white and blue antique americana hooked rug.

For Sale: $350

The Game of Nosey »

Circa 1880-1895: This early McLoughlin Brothers game was designed by the infamous Man on the Moon Game artist. Its beautiful lithography is shocking to the eye.

For Sale: $350

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Rare Sign Language Alphabet Plate »

Circa 1880-1890: Sign language ABC plates are notoriously scarce. This flawless example depicts five wooden dolls surrounded by the sign language alphabet.

For Sale: $350

Girl with Goose Folk Art Hooked Rug »

Circa 1920-1940: Great graphics with red flowers and black goose. Girl in bonnet plays little bo peep with the gander. Red flower, geometric bold black border and earth colored stripes create a striking one of a kind.

For Sale: $395

Folk Art Paint Decorated Child's Chest »

Circa 1870: With flamboyant decoration and great form, this bold, paint decorated New England circa 1870 folk art child's chest sports a pure, untouched finish and construction with no repairs or alterations. Measuring a useful 30" H x 28" W x 13" D, this playful antique chest will make a bright addition to any room in the house.

For Sale: $3,500

Signed Illinois River Folk Art Bluebill Duck Decoy»

Circa 1920-1940: It's hard to find Illinois River decoys that are this primitive. This beautifully naive tackeye epitomizes the working decoy -- made to get the job done and not to impress the neighbors. This hand carved antique duck decoy is a real charmer and is sure to add color to any collection of American folk art, decoys, or primitives.

For Sale: $395

Native American Indian Lidded Seed Basket »

Circa 1920-1940: This lidded seed basket has a fantastic appeal.

For Sale: $395

Sabbathday Lake Shaker Oval Sewing Carrier »

Circa 1900-1920: Oval sewing carrier, pink silk lined interior, four fingers, swing handle, tomato pincushion, 6 1/2" h to top of handle, 8 3/8", stamped "Sabbathday Lake, Shakers, Maine".

For Sale: $450

1845 Mary Martin Sampler »

Dated 1845: I know that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth. Mary Martin, Ardwick, Oct. 8, 1845

For Sale: $495

Highly Decorated Midwestern Pintail Decoy »

Circa 1910-1930: This striking pintail decoy found in Lafayette, Indiana, has fantastic paint, a gracefully carved head, and a very unusual tail construction.

For Sale: $495

19th Century Folk Art Ball in Cage Chalices »

Circa 1880-1890: These three 19th century folk art carvings are each made from a single piece of wood and retain an absolutely untouched original surface.

For Sale: $495

Small Shaker Picket Fence Apple Basket »

Circa 1900-1920: This elegant mint condition Shaker picket fence basket creates a stunning display when it is brimming with apples and other colorful fruit

For Sale: $495

Redware Slip Decorated Plate »

Circa 1850 | S.E. Pennsylvania

Coggled edges and yellow slip decoration and great wear on this lovely early redware plate. 8 1/2"

For Sale: $495

Yellow Slip Decorated Redware Bowl »

Circa 1850-1875: Great color on this early yellow slip decorated antique redware bowl.

For Sale: $495

Early Ovoid Salt Glaze Blue Decorated Jug »

Circa 1830-1840: Wonderful variations in this salt glazed early ovoid jug with blue decoration and fabulous form.

For Sale: $495

Cat's Paw Decorated Kentucky Stoneware Pitcher »

Circa 1890-1910: Fine Kentucky Stoneware. This one gallon cat's paw decorated Kentucky pitcher features great folky decoration and beautiful lines.

For Sale: $495

7" Decorated Pennsylvania Tanware Pitcher »

Circa 1880-1900: Unusual Red Clay, Beautiful Form. This handsome half gallon New Geneva, Pennsylvania tanware pitcher displays Lincoln drape decoration.

For Sale: $495

Chiromagica or the Hand of Fate: 1901, McLoughlin Bros. NY »

Circa 1903: McLoughlin Brothers second version of the popular question and answer game with moving pointing finger under glass. Striking wizard and eagle atop a globe by the premier chromolithographers at McLoughlin Bros.

For Sale: $495

Marx Tidy Tim Tin Litho Wind Up »

Circa 1933: Keep Your City Spic and Span Says Tidy Tim the Clean Up Man. Antique American tin wind-up toy.

For Sale: $495

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1938 Red, White and Blue Folk Art Hooked Rug »

Signed and Dated: EF '38, one of three by the same maker

Circa 1938: Strong and bold graphic content, great clor and whimsical theme, signed by EF '38, one of a trio of folk art hooked rugs by the same artist. Vibrant colors and superb graphic appeal.

For Sale: $550

Folky, Whimsical Vintage Hooked Rug »

Signed: EF, one of three by the same maker

Circa 1930s: Charming and vibrant, signed EF , one of a trio of folk art hooked rugs by the same artist.

For Sale: $450

Park Theatre, New York | Historical Staffordshire »

Circa 1825-1832: Dark blue Historical Staffordshire ten inch dinner plate with acorn border from Stevenson and Williams.

For Sale: $550

Cobalt Decorated Butter Crock »

Circa 1880-1895: Beautiful Decoration, Rare Color. Note the unusal glaze on this lovely stoneware butter crock!

For Sale: $595

Nice Sized Large Antique Teddy Bear »

Circa 1910-1920: Glass eyes, felt pads, fully jointed 24"

For Sale: $595

Mickey Mouse Tin Wind Up »

Circa 1950s: Excellent condition on this early Linemar wind up vintage Mickey Mouse toy in great working condition

For Sale: $595

Large Shaker Picket Fence Basket »

Circa 1900-1920: This amazingly large Shaker picket fence basket was used for laundry or wool. It comes to you in completely untouched original condition and has no apologies!

For Sale: $595

19th Century Oil and Canvas Still Life Painting »

Circa 1890-1900: Signed A.S. Burnham. Masterful peaches and invocative light make this charming still life appetizing to the eye.

For Sale: $595

Winter View, Pittsfield, Mass | Historical Staffordshire »

Circa 1826-1834 | James & Ralph Clews. Jeffrey B. Snyder, in Historical Stafforshire: American Patriots and Views, notes that "the central building is the First Congregational Church (1793-1853), the right hand structure was the Town Hall, the far left structure was the Berkshire Hotel (1826-1866). The prominent elm was well known for its size and beauty; the fence erected to protect it was built in 1820. Despite the towns-folk's best efforts, the tree was struck by lightning and torn down in 1861." The plate's highly decorative border of flowers and medallions frames this starkly beautiful American scene.

For Sale: $650

Hamilton and Jones Cobalt Decorated Two-Gallon Storage Jar »

Circa 1880: This 12" two gallon Hamilton and Jones storage jar is decorated with four freehand stripes and a good deal of stenciled cobalt decoration. This a fine example of antique American nineteenth century utilitarian stoneware from one of southwestern Pennsylvania's most celebrated potters.

For Sale: $495

Thomas Haig Cobalt Decorated Stoneware Pitcher »

Circa 1880: Philadelphia potter Thomas Haig's main competetion was Richard C. Remmey. This two gallon pitcher is a fine example of Haig's work.Great Shiny Glaze, Factory Mint Condition.

For Sale: $695

Cobalt Decorated Ovoid Two-Gallon Storage Jar »

Circa 1850: Lovely Floral Decoration, Excellent Contrast. Crisp blue, strong and bold decoration on this great two gallon storage jar, probably of Pennsylvania or Maryland origin.

For Sale: $695

Early Ovoid Redware Storage Jar »

Circa 1870-1880: Possibly Attributed to Galena, Illinois. This superb redware storage jar was found in northern Inidiana and shares all the attributes of pottery made in Galena, Illinois.

For Sale: $695

Folk Art Antique American Country Primitive Painted Sled »

Circa 1880-1900: Fabulous Original Paint Decoration. This sturdy 34" x 14 1/2" 19th century country sled has superb orginal windsor green and red polychromatic paint decoration and great folky appeal.

For Sale: $695

Folk Art Fighting Cocks Hooked Rug »

Circa 1936: The rooster is one of the iconic images in American folk art, and this rare 32" x 23" fighting cocks hooked rug has all the bells and whistles that the advanced collector expects in a piece of this quality.

For Sale: $750

Primitive, Naive, Charming Folk Art Painting »

Circa 1890-1910: Early oil on canvas folk art painting with charming primitive scene that includes log cabin, naively painted swans, unusual water works, brightly colored folky trees and unique early frame. Found in Pennsylvania

For Sale: $750

Early Staffordshire Mochaware Bowl with Earthworm Decoration »

Circa 1840-1860: Pearlware Bowl with Tri-Color Decoration. This lovely mochaware bowl features blue and white earthworm decoration on a blue-green ground and is bordered on top and bottom with dark brown-black stripes.

For Sale: $750

Cobalt Decorated Ovoid 3 Gallon Storage Jar »

Circa 1850: 12" Tall, 7" Wide at Top, 6 1/2" at Bottom
The great form and abundant cobalt floral decoration on this early salt glazed crock give it superb primitive appeal.

For Sale: $795

Signed S. Kilburn Painted Windsor Chair »

Circa 1840-1850: Stephen Kilburn was born in Massachusetts in the early 1800s where he learned the trade of chair joiner. This signed Kilburn side chair retains its original green, gold, and mustard paint decoration. This rare Ohio windsor remains in sturdy, usable condition and will make an excellent addition to any collection of painted furniture.

For Sale: $800

End of the Day Cabin Bank »

Circa 1885: This end of the day Cabin mechanical bank contains the partial fingerprint of its original decorator. This literal human touch adds a fine folky feel to this desirable piece of early black Americana.

For Sale: $850

Early 19th Century Wallpaper Box »

Circa 1825: Large wallpaper box with floral paper

For Sale: $850

Miniature Three Drawer American Empire Chest »

Circa 1850: Great original porcelain knobs and simple tappered legs set apart this hand made American miniture chest.

15" H x 15 3/4" W x 8 1/2" D

For Sale: $895

18th Century Flame Stitch Wallet »

Circa 1780-1800: Vibrant salmon and green colors with bold graphic pattern. Both men and women carried pocketbooks during the last half of the 18th century. These accessories held currency, jewelry, papers, and other valuables.

For Sale: $895

Antique American Stoneware One Gallon Southern Ovoid Jar »

Circa 1840-1850: Cobalt Broken Stem Decoration. This fabulous one gallon salt glazed ovoid storage jar presents an interesting amalgamation of characteristics that make its origin difficult to calculate. First and most importantly, this early storage jar boasts lovely broken stem decoration so often atrtributed to Thomas Chandler and other mid 19th century Edgefield, South Carolina potters. We know, of course, that the Edgefield district is most famous for its alkaline glaze. However, it is no secret that salt glaze stoneware was also commonly produced in the region.

For Sale: $895

Keil Keys | New York | Trade Sign »

Circa 1920-1930: Fabulous double sided litho printed sign. Excellent condtion and great graphics on this rare die cut trade sign

For Sale: $895

Folk Art Horse Hooked Rug »

Circa 1890-1910: This fabulously folky and naive hooked rug depicts one full-bodied horse and one horse's head. The rug measures 25" by 17 1/2" including its unusual hand woven burlap fringe.

For Sale: $895

19th Century American Tutor Trade Sign »

Circa 1880-1890: This unusual late 19th century American double sided tutor trade sign measures a highly desirable 19" in height and 15" in width and retains its original polychrome paint decoration.

SOLD

Antique Game: Chiromagica 1879, McLoughlin Bros. NY »

Circa 1879: 19th Century American game from the McLoughlin Brothers, features a fabulous wizard with wand surrounded by novelties. The lithography is fantastic and the condition is extremely good. The game is complete, working, and a joy to play.

For Sale: $995

Antique Hubley Cast Iron Fire Truck »

Circa 1930: 14" Long, Original Red Paint. Hubley cast iron fire truck in original red paint, circa 1930. Hubley was the largest and longest producer of cast iron toys and it is here, in the fired departments ladder truck that Hubley celebrates the growing efforts of the early 20th century volunteer fireman. Three drivers, cast in great detail.

For Sale: $1,195

Blue Decorated Salt Glaze Pitcher »

Circa 1860-1880: Fantastic Incised Lines, Superb Condition. This simply decorated two gallon stoneware pitcher boasts exceptionally fine lines.

For Sale: $1,195

New Creedmoor Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1877: New Creedmoor mechanical bank in original polychrome painted finish with William Tell figure shooting penny into tree stump, base with raised escutcheon reading New Creedmoor Bank with patent number, 2.8" x 10.15" x 6.75" high. A very interesting mechanical bank that was designed to fire a gunpowder cap while sending coin into tree truck.

For Sale: $1,250

Mixed Woods One Drawer Stand »

Circa 1820-1840: The highly figured and beautifully turned tiger maple legs give this early one drawer stand a truly eye-catching appeal.

For Sale: $1,395

Early 19th Century Georgian Silk Embroidered Picture »

Circa 1810-1830: Silk and Watercolor on Silk with Exceptional Stitching: This captivating silk embroidered picture depicts a seated woman flanked by a donkey and a lion and measures 12 iches by 10 inches, not including the frame.

For Sale: $1495

Antique Arcade Cast Iron Mack Dump Truck »

Circa 1926-1931: 12" Long, Original Blue Paint. Highly desirable, all original and complete with dual wheels in the rear and lift apparatus intact. Marked in the making underneath.

For Sale: $1,495

Antique Mochaware Earthworm Pearlware Bowl »

Circa 1840-1860: Brilliant blue ground is stunning with rich black striping. This mochaware footed bowl features gorgeous slip decoration, and its whopping 11 inch diameter makes it a very rare find. This bowl is incredilbly eye catching and could serve as the centerpiece in any collection of early decorated slipware.

For Sale: $1,495

Early American Walnut Childs Chest of Drawers »

Circa 1830-1850: 19th Century charming walnut antique childs chest of drawers with wonderful turnings. 31" H x 24 3/4" W x 12 1/4" D

For Sale: $2,750

Speaking Dog Mechanical Bank »

Circa 1885: This lovely Speaking Dog mechanical bank has great paint, in good working order, and is without repair.

For Sale: $1,895

Wilkins Cast Iron Horse Drawn Broadway Trolley Car »

Circa 1890-1894 | Wilkins Cast Iron Horse Drawn Broadway Lines Trolley Car with white horse.

For Sale: $1,895

Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd Private Car »

Circa 1939: Marx Tin Litho Wind-Up

For Sale: $2,495

19th Century Cherry Red and Silver Paint Decorated Sled »

Circa 1870-1890: This wonderful Antique American paint decorated sled boasts fabulous cherry red and silver paint decoration.

For Sale: $1,250

The New Game of Blow Football »

Circa 1900-1920: The New Game of Blow Football is a fabulous example of an early 20th century antique British game featuring English football, or soccer, as we call it across the pond.

For Sale: $125

Antique American Game: Barber Pole »

Played much like Tiddly Winks, this great early Parker Brothers ring toss game has wonderful graphics and comes complete with a neat little barber pole and all its original game pieces.

For Sale: $85

Antique American Game: My Mother Sent Me to the Grocery Store »

Circa 1920: This nice early American antique game from Parker Brothers features a charming image of a toddler galloping home from the grocery story on his imaginary steed, a tiny whip in one hand and a basket of apples on the opposite arm.

For Sale: $75

Little Messenger Boy Game »

Circa 1890-1900: McLoughlin Bros., New York: This excellent example of early chromolithography pictures the Little Messenger Boy, telegram in hand, sprinting to his next destination.

SOLD

Paris Manufacturing Company Antique Painted Sled »

Circa 1890-1910: Measurung 31" long, 10" wide, and 11" in height, this wonderful three color polychromatic painted sled is a product of South Paris, Maine's Paris Manufacturing Company, which is famous for their late 19th century painted sleds. This handsome example of antique Americana features a red ground with a black stenciled Indian Chief wearing a headdress in the center of the field and is flanked on both ends by a row of snowflakes. The oak runner frames are mortised on all four corners and are encased in cast iron runners. This is an extremely well made sled that was gently used and shows the good honest wear andvanced collectors prefer in their antiques.

For Sale: $395

20" Bing Teddy Bear »

Circa 1920: This rare Bing bear is in superb original condition. In their price guide Buying & Selling Teddy Bears published in 2000, teddy bear experts Terry and Doris Michaud place a value on this bear at $4,500.00. You can own this fantastic 20" Bing teddy bear for a fraction of that price!

For Sale: $2,250