Welcome to Z & K Antiques Here, you'll find original paint decorated country primitives, mechanical banks and other early toys, antique advertising, antique decorated stoneware, folk art, unusual patriotic Americana, and much more. Please peruse our offerings, feel free to contact us with further questions, and follow us on Facebook. We stand behind everything we sell and guarantee complete satisfaction.
Circa Late 19th Century: Robert Bishop and Patricia Coblentz have documented another example of this whirligig form by the same maker.
For Sale: $2,250
Circa 1925-1950: Measuring 10"L x 6"H, this rare salt glazed sewer tile football is signed EJE and is the work of legendary Tuscarawas County, Ohio, potter Edward J. Ellwood.
For Sale: $1,150
Circa Mid 19th Century: Exhibiting lovely patina across the top of one eagles head and the back side of the wings of the other, these detailed and expressive cast iron eagle hitching post finials command attention.
For Sale: $1,950
Circa 1895-1938: From the great German manufacturer Lehmann, comes this charming tin windup. Working condition.
For Sale: $1,450
Circa 1923-1927: Manufactured in Freeport, Illinois, Arcade's Ford Fordor, comes painted in black, gold, silver, and white with its original nickel plated driver.
For Sale: $495
Circa 19th Century: Unusual wallpaper box in a horseshoe shape with a pincushion top and inside sewing pouches.
For Sale: $495
Circa 19th Century: Small 4"L x 1 1/2"H oval wallpaper box with bold blue and white floral decoration and yellow, orange and white striped band.
For Sale: $695
Circa 1850-1880: 19th century American script decorated redware is scarce, and finding a named loaf pan will make even an advanced collector smile.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 1835: This dated leather firebucket, once belonging to William Huntress of Waterboro, Maine, is boldly decorated in vibrant mustard and green original paint.
For Sale: $3,500
Circa 1882: Made by the Connecticut company J. and E. Stevens, out of Cromwell Connecticut.
For Sale: $1,750
Circa Late 19th Century: Bold red paint decoration with a fabulous surface makes this a standout board.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 19th Century: Labeled painted antique wooden pantry boxes are already very hard to find. Add blue paint and gingerbread to the mix, and the combination is stunning.
For Sale: $1,350
Circa Late 19th Century: The highly detailed fish is constructed completely out of copper and has a fine honest weathered surface of verdigris and gold gilt.
For Sale: $4,250
Circa 1850-1870: This jar is decorated on all four sides and probably hails from Baltimore, Maryland, oyster capital of the east coast.
For Sale: $950
Circa 1880-1910: This bail handled pantry box in original black paint shows great loving use, including perfect wear at the point where the handle rests on the base.
For Sale: $595
Circa Late 19th Century: Measuring 18" long, this charming antique weathervane boasts a rich surface of weathered coppper patina and gold gilding.
For Sale: $4,750
Circa 1870s: Bold stripes and well executed freehand leaf and vine decoration make this one gallon Pennsylvania crock very eye catching.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 1900: This charming mustached lumberjack sports vibrant yellow paddles, blue pants with red side pinstripes, a protective red coat, blue hat and folky tiny black boots.
For Sale: $2,350
Circa 1920s-1930s: Interesting, likely Midwestern, Ludo hand made gameboard painted in rich dark green and decorated with hand painted red stripes.
For Sale: $495
Circa 1880s: Southwestern Pennsylvania freehand and stencil blue decorated stoneware pitchers are hard to come by. This example is sure to please.
For Sale: $2,250
Circa 1924: Charming Felix the cat comic character tin windup toy, made in Germany, with original label. Working condition.
For Sale: $950
Circa 1920-1940: This graphic antique hooked rug is visually pleasing because the roosters are presented on a cream background and framed in six borders.
For Sale: $1,595
Circa 1936-1942: The original red Fiesta flower vase from the Homer Lauglin China Company stands exactly 10" tall and turns any table setting into work of art.
For Sale: $895
Circa 1873: The J. & E. Stevens Co. manufactured Charles H. Johnson’s Novelty Bank in many color patterns, and this handsome red, yellow, and blue variation is a real stunner.
For Sale: $1,750
Circa 1930: Measuring 7" wide by 8 1/2" tall to the top of the handle, this unusual Nantucket Lightship sewing basket made by Ferdinand Sylvaro is a sight to behold.
For Sale: $1,650
Circa Late 19th Century: We love the honest weathered surface on this diminutive eagle weathervane that measures only 14.25" high (including museum stand) and 16" wide.
For Sale: $3,950
Circa 1962: Famed Ohio folk art carver Silvio Zoratti carved his version of the pileated woodpecker in 1962.
For Sale: $950
Circa Late 19th Century: Over ten inches high and eighteen inches wide, this box works on the bottom of the stack and is in nice sturdy condition.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 1870s: Alternating brush strokes on this eight striped piece are bold and vibrant. Stands 10" tall.
For Sale: $1,395
Circa 1840s: Thomas Reed is the most celebrated potter in Tuscarawas County, Ohio's long history, and he made stoneware there for two decades before moving to Indiana.
For Sale: $795
Circa Early 20th Century: This whimsical painted child's sled measures a mere 27.5" long by10.5" wide and was obviously designed to fit a toddler.
For Sale: $1,350
Circa Early 20th Century: This unusual antique American paint decorated sled has a vibrant color scheme with a floral still life and maritime scene.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 1820s: This maxim mug features a scene of three busy farmers piling hay on an ox drawn wagon on a beautiful summer day.
For Sale: $425
Circa 1880-1890: The Kyser & Rex rooster was a delight to children as evidenced by the examples found with little or no paint, their levers long gone.
For Sale: $850
Circa 1750-1850: Primitives lovers who crave great form and surface will love this early trencher cut from a single slab.
For Sale: $895
Circa 1936-1937: The scarce covered onion soup bowl coveted by Fiesta collectors, and this example in the original green glaze is a visual delight.
For Sale: $795
Circa 1897: The boy on bench variation of the I Always Did 'Spise a Mule cast iron mechanical bank is one of the most recognizable pieces of 19th century Black Americana.
For Sale: $2,850
Circa 1880-1900: Profusely decorated, this petite 7" tanware pitcher features two skillfully wrought fuschia blooms, a striped handle, and a gracefully canted spout.
For Sale: $650
Circa 1890s: Dark and crisp cobalt freehand and stencil decoration covers the length of this 15" New Geneva, Pennsylvania, R.T Williams four gallon storage jar.
For Sale: $850
Circa 1880-1910: Measuring 14"D, this thick walled original blue painted pantry box will be a delight to add to your collection.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 1897: This bank retains most of its original paint and has a scarce yellow base, which doubles its value.
For Sale: $2,950
Circa 1936-1942: The after dinner stick-handled demitasse coffeepot was first called a chocolate pot by Fiesta dinnerware designer Frederick Rhead, and this example in the lush dark blue glaze is a real winner.
For Sale: $545
Circa 1920s: Measuring 13.5" wide by 12.5" tall to the top of the handle, this wonderful splint woven gathering basket retains its orginal vibrant green and black paint.
For Sale: $650
Circa 1930s-1940s: At 16" square, this folk art Wahoo board has a white ground that accentuates is other colors.
For Sale: $895
Circa 1880s: John Brown Walker (1815-1908) was an itinerant artist who cut fancy paper designs in the rural areas of Pennsylvania, northeastern Ohio, Indiana and Michigan between 1880 and 1907.
For Sale: $2,450
Circa 1936-1942: The Fiesta tripod candleholders are the only piece in Homer Laughlin's iconic dinnerware line that have the architectural influence prevalent in the period's most accomplished art pottery.
For Sale: $545
Circa 19th Century: This bold and vibrant brilliant blue painted pantry box is a delight. Condition is excellent.
For Sale: $495
Circa 1920s-1930s: This 14" x 12" seven color paint decorated Chinese checkerboard has a visually appealing orange ground.
For Sale: $950
CIrca 1911: 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
Circa 1886: The Stump Speaker is perhaps the greatest Black Americana mechanical bank ever produced.
For Sale: $4,500
Circa 1825-1832: Dark blue Historical Staffordshire ten inch dinner plate with acorn border from Stevenson and Williams.
For Sale: $550
Circa 1936-1946: The ice lip pitcher was produced in only the first six Fiesta glazes.
For Sale: $185
Circa 1875: Manufactured just in time for the 1876 Centennial by J. & E. Stevens, the Liliput bank measures a petite 4.5' H x 3" W and takes its name from Swift's Gulliver's Travels.
For Sale: $1,450
Circa 1900: Measuring 35.5" long, 12" wide, and 12" tall, this brightly colored child's sled retains a high percentage of its original paint and features white and green pinstriping and a central hand painted floral still life.
For Sale: $1,150
Circa 1892: At 4" wide x 2-1/2" deep x 4-1/4" tall, the Presto Bank was made by the Kenton Hardware Company.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1880-1910: Wooden pantry boxes were meant to be used in the kitchen, and finding labeled examples is a rare treat. Measures 7 3/8"D x 4 3/4"H.
For Sale: $795
Circa 1870-1880: Measuring 10 1/2"W x 5 1/2"H, this hefty thick-walled pantry box is in excellent condition.
For Sale: $550
Circa 19th Century: Measuring 7 1/2"W this early round wooden pantry box boasts a great original surface, lap finger joint construction and early square nails and wooden pegs.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1937-1969: Turquoise is the most popular of the vintage glazes, and this casserole is a dazzling splash of color in the cupboard or on the table.
For Sale: $245
Circa 1900: This checkerboard boasts two highly contrastingl reds separated with black stripes outlined in gold. Two green lines keep opponents at bay.
For Sale: $695
Circa 1840s: This oil portrait of a young man with hoop measures 30" H x 25" W and is housed in a 38 1/2" x 33 1/2" frame.
For Sale: $5,500
Copyright 1898: McLoughlin Brothers picture puzzle game in original box and spectacular condition.
For Sale: $895
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.
For Sale: $1,495
Circa 1951-1959: Large holloware pieces are hard to find in the 50s colors, and collectors will appreciate the scarcity of the Fiesta coffeepot in elusive gray.
For Sale: $650
Circa Mid 20th Century: Carnival shooting gallery signs are hard to find, and this 6 color cutout painted wooden shooting gallery sign is eye catching.
For Sale: $950
Circa 1926-1928: This Arcade Chevy coupe is in completely original gently played with condition and has no cracks, chips, repairs, or touch-ups.
For Sale: $1,495
Circa 1860-1880: This 3 gallon crock with freehand cobalt decoration was made in Loogootee, Indiana.
For Sale: $495
Circa 1885: This 38" x 19" trade sign hails from Bradford PA, where, in 1875 during the Pennsylvania Oil Rush, G. W. Ross established his Ross Machine and Repair Shops.
For Sale: $1,750
Circa 1951-1959: This medium teapot in original rose glaze embodies the color palette of the 1950s.
For Sale: $245
Circa 1850-1870: We love the thick walls, the square nails, and the wood pegs on this early American pantry box in original oxblood red paint decoration.
For Sale: $495
Circa 1880s: This countertop apothecary retaining its original red and black paint decoration was most probably from an old Midwestern pharmacy.
For Sale: $2,950
Circa 1861-1863: This 17" x 20" patriotic papercut is an example of one of the most iconic scherenschnittes ever created. Ex. David Good.
For Sale: $5,800
Circa 1866-1871: In 1866, Orson and Henry Seymour partnered a Hartford CT pottery that lasted until Henry's death in 1871.
For Sale: $750
Circa 1959-1969: This vintage medium green water pitcher has an excellent thick glaze and is in superb condition.
For Sale: $1,150
Circa 1870s: This two gallon jar has exuberant cobalt with the maker's mark surrounding a central star.
For Sale: $625
Circa Late 1940s: Porcelain signs advertising liquor are scarce, and this 30" x 17" patriotic cognac sign is rare.
For Sale: $1,150
Circa 1876: This canteen belonged to Charles H. Davis, who served in Co. G. of the 12th Massachusetts Volunteers.
For Sale: $7,250
Circa Late 1920s: The era of large pressed steel vehicles are highlighted by rare examples like this 27.5" long American National Giant series U.S. Army truck.
For Sale: $3,500
Circa 1959-1969: The original fiestaware platter is the perfect place to showcase your favorite color.
For Sale: $175
Circa 1876: J. & E. Stevens manufactured the Magic Bank in several variations, and this patriotic version is a real stunner.
For Sale: $2,250
Circa 1920s: This blue and white 1 lb. Veteran Brand Peanut Butter tin features a Civil War officer.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1896: This folk art rendition of the racing schooner Joseph Pulitzer retains its vibrant colors.
For Sale: $1,850
Circa 1936: This Fiesta relish tray with rare red stripes is one of three examples known to date.
For Sale: $4,250
Circa 19th Century: Here's a wonderful example of paint history that exhibits great crazing of old blue paint on a fine thick-walled wooden pantry box.
For Sale: $375
Circa 1818-1846: This 12 7/8" x 10" dark blue platter depicts one of the early 19th century English tourist attrractions.
For Sale: $950
Circa 1870s: This freehand and stencil decorated crock features three stripes and an unusual grape stencil.
For Sale: $895
Circa 1890-1910: This early, colorful whirligig stands 19" tall including propellers.
For Sale: $2,450
Circa 1880-1910: This is one of two whirligigs made by the same anonymous carver we are offering for sale.
For Sale: $1,950
Circa 19th Century: The charming two tone paint scheme on this early New Hampshire signed pantry box has excellent contrast.
For Sale: $450
Circa 1930s: Checkered hobo pants, bowler hats, a large cigar, and dynamite are a few of the toy's details.
For Sale: $895
Circa 1920s: The complex five color paint scheme on this tin wind-up sailor makes this toy a joy to behold.
For Sale: $795
Circa 1880: Measuring 4 3/4" high, this highly stylized paint decorated antique firkin is a delightful beauty.
For Sale: $1,650
Circa 1959-1969: This colorful stacking set with original labels is scarce by any standards.
For Sale: $1,150
Circa 1907-1935: This 7" German tin litho Lehmann EHE & Co 570 open bed truck is in working condition.
For Sale: $650
Circa 1804-1819: This lovely teacup and saucer set of a well to do couple taking tea is impressed Sewell on the bottom of the saucer.
For Sale: $295
Circa 1820s:This hefty canary yellow tankard, a giant in its day, stands nearly 5" tall and is the size of a modern coffee mug.
For Sale: $550
Circa 1860s: We love thel muted pallette with ochre seaweed decoration and blue printed paper cover.
For Sale: $475
Circa First Half 20th Century: These naive horses in muted green give this rug a striking visual appeal.
For Sale: $1,450
Circa 1920s: This highly graphic black and white locksmith box retains a great original surface.
For Sale: $345
Circa 1840: This early felt needlework picture of a slender whippet is charming.
For Sale: $2,450
Circa 1882: With incredible original paint retention, this Two Frogs bank is in near mint conditon.
For Sale: $4,950
Circa 1825-1828: The B & O Railroad is one of the most popular American views.
For Sale: $950
Circa 1930-1950: This set of twelve Odd Fellows fraternal symbols was found in Kewanee, Illinois.
For Sale: $2,400
Circa 1924: Lehmann's Paddy and the Pig is one of the most whimsical and fantastic German tin windup toys.
For Sale:$1,250
Circa 1905: What a pleasure it is to offer this all original Kenton Sight-Seeing Auto!
For Sale: $5,500
Circa Early 20th Century: This charming and colorful hooked rug depicts a love story between Bob and Rose.
For Sale: $3,750
Circa 1840: This handsome box has a fitted lid cased on all four sides, eliminating the need for hinges.
For Sale: $650
Circa 1860-1880: This 2 gallon blue decorated jar is attributed to Upton Stuckey's pottery in Loogootee IN.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1906-1912: Sargent made this painting while studying at the famed Art Institute of Chicago.
For Sale: $2,150
Circa 1st Quarter 20th Century: Perhaps used for sewing or something loving, this freehand paint decorated pantry box from the arts and crafts era measures 8.75" D.
For Sale: $250
Circa 1850s: This cobalt churn is well potted and has attractive cobalt brushwork.
For Sale: $795
Circa 1814-1822: This Budget Box of is an unusual slice of 19th century history.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 19th Century: Unique rectangular shaped wallpaper box in lovely early block printed green wallpaper with fantastic oxidation under the lid. Measures 7.25" long.
For Sale: $525
Circa 1880-1910: Boasting a first surface of windsor green paint, this attrractive pantry box shows honest use wear in all the right spots.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1890-1910: This doll sled has floral decoration inside borders of gold stencil and a blue pinstripe.
For Sale: $1,450
Circa 1820s: This unusal transfer scene shows a pair of gentlemen relaxing in the pastoral countryside.
For Sale: $350
Circa 1830: Large and small meet on a fancy carpet in this early folk art watercolr.
For Sale: $2,350
Circa 1880s: Here is a nice example of a two gallon storage jar potted in Greensboro, Pennsylvania.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1870-1880: This graphic 1 gallon H & J storage jar has no chips, cracks or repairs.
For Sale: $495
Circa 1840-1860: This mochaware footed bowl's whopping 11' diameter makes it a rare find.
For Sale: $1,495
Circa 1840-1860: This bowl features blue and white earthworm decoration on a blue-green ground.
For Sale: $750
Circa 1830s: This lovely cobalt decorated ovoid storage crock is the country decorator's dream.
For Sale: $695
Circa 19th Century: Here's a unique divided wooden box with a slide lid decorated with wallpaper. Wonderful salmon and green seaweed pattern and excellent condition.
For Sale: $550
Circa 1834: Clarinda Park's 1834 eye catching house sampler is in excellent condition.
For Sale: $3,950
Circa 1915: The Little Joe mechanical bank is the slightly smaller English cousin of the famous Jolly.
For Sale: $450
Circa 1935-1950: This cast iron Jolly mechanical bank retains a high percentage of original paint.
For Sale: $425
Circa 1920s-1940s: Here is a wonderful Illinois River mallard hen decoy in desirable turned head form.
For Sale: $395
Circa 1880s: This is a classic example of the highly collected Hamilton and Jones pottery.
For Sale: $485
Circa 1820s: Measuring 2 9/16" tall, this canary yellow coffee can pictures two farmers sowing a field with an ox drawn plow.
For Sale: $375
Circa 1910-1940: This antique American checkerboard has an unusual seven board construction.
For Sale: $450
Circa 1819: What makes this sampler so significant is the naming of instructress Rebecca Leggett.
For Sale: $2,750
Circa 1840-1860: This 12" square poplar checkers board is the earliest gameboard we have owned.
For Sale: $350
Circa 19th Century: This is a wonderful example of an old country kitchen pantry box in very sturdy condition without damage.
For Sale: $350
Circa 1810: This tinware box with rare blue decoration is attributed to the group IV makers in Berlin CT.
For Sale: $2,795
Circa 1930: Hubley was the largest and longest lasting producer of cast iron toys.
For Sale: $1,195
Late Nineteenth Century: This large antique German Uncle Sam nodder is a fantastic find.
For Sale: $1,650
Circa 1880s: Standing 10" in height, this SWPA stoneware jar has freehand and stencil decoration.
For Sale: $295
Philadelphia Library: Blue and White Historical Staffordshire J and W Ridgway makers.
For Sale: $485
Eagle Border: Blue and White Historical Staffordshire Stubbs plate.
For Sale: $450
Circa 1910: Here is the finest Western Stoneware lunch hour piece we have ever seen.
For Sale: $2,250
Circa 1900: Standing 13" in height, this pair of highly decorated folk art memory jugs is an impressive sight.
For Sale: $950
Circa 1850: Original porcelain knobs and simple tapered legs make this miniature chest stand out.
15" H x 15 3/4" W x 8 1/2" D
For Sale: $895
Circa 1835 | Ridgway Historic Scene Large historical Staffordshire pottery platter of Wadham College.
For Sale: $795
Circa 1920s: This Eagle Mills Country Store Spice Tin is colorful and patriotic.
For Sale: $225
Circa 1820s-1830s:. This example from the Beauties of America series features Ridgway's floral border.
For Sale: $495
Circa 1880: Four gallon blue decorated stoneware crock with freehand tulip decoration.
For Sale: $450
Circa 1880-1900: With its small opening, this unusual basket was used to carry homing pigeons.
For Sale: $950
Circa 1820-1830:This early 1 gallon jar sports an unusual dotted cobalt decoration around its shoulder.
For Sale: $695
Circa 1963: Stamped on front "Adam and Eve About to Fall" and showing remnants of bright red and green paint, from Ohio carver Silvio Zoratti's backyard garden of eden.
For Sale: $1,250
Circa 1810-1830: This captivating silk embroidery depicts a woman flanked by a donkey and a lion.
For Sale: $1,495
Circa 1890-1920: This early German made paper composition Santa candy container is darling.
For Sale: $485
Circa 1890-1910: This naive hooked rug depicts one full-bodied horse and one horse's head.
For Sale: $895
Circa 1880-1910: This is a lovely example of the wonderful early color of gray on a nice ten inch sized antique country kitchen pantry box.
For Sale: $525
Circa 1882: Designed by Charles Shepard and Peter Adams Jr. and made by Shepard Hardware Company, the Humpty Dumpty Clown bank was never primed before it was decorated.
For Sale: $1,950
Circa 1850s: This pen and ink drawing of General George Washington on horseback is surely modeled after the 1850 Currier and Ives print.
For Sale: $650
Circa 1820s: This rare early 19th century canary yellow miniature child's mug is a mere 1 7/8" H x 1 5/8" D, not including its handle.
For Sale: $650
Bob Zordani and Heidi Kellner: (217) 714-5016, Champaign/Urbana, Illinois: zandk@zandkantiques.com
