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9100 1875 - 1889, the 39 star US flag was produced in anticipation of the entry of the Dakota Territory as a single state. But,
the territory was split into North and South and admitted as two states
on July 4, 1889 rendering it as an unofficial US flag, superseded by
the official 40 star version. This is an early example of capitalism at its finest. The flag is printed on cotton, whose canton includes alternating rows of tumbling stars with points up and points down. Professionally mounted and framed (UV glass, hand stitched acid free mat, spacer between glass and flag, reinforced frame). Although there is a slight stain at the upper right, it appears to have been stored and unused and remains excellent condition. Well deserved to be prominently displayed. Flag size: 33.25”L x 25”W Frame size: 38”L x 28.5”W $875.00 Interested, click here. |
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9206 A ca. 19th century Pennsylvania striking chalkware bird perched on a pedestal in its original red, white, green, blue and yellow paint. This is a thin walled hollow piece with minor wear in very good condition minus any cracks or repairs. A vivid addition for the collector or simply as a decorative element. Size: 5.5”H $295.00 |
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9066 A 19th century unusual scalloped and tapered wooden bowl with mirrored bottom. It is made of mahogany and retains its original varnished finish. Well constructed and very tight with no disilvering. Elevates the guilt factor while reaching for another bonbon. Size: 8.5”W (top) x 5.5” (base) x 2.75”H $150.00 |
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9153 From Virginia a mid 1800’s tapered flat bottom splint basket in wonderful tomato red paint. Although the red is early it was the last color painted over the original blue, then pumpkin and then yellow. Lots of crazing in the red reveals fine yellow lines. It has a steamed and notched handle, double wrapped and intact rim and remains very tight and sturdy. Its condition is excellent. What a hot shot of color for any room in need of being energized. Size: 10”L x 9.5”W x 6”H (10”H including handle), the bottom outside is 8” square. $265.00 |
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9135 1830 – 50’s four piece pine decorated tombstone mirror with ship lapped and wooden peg construction. Originally attached to a dressing table or stand but rescued and given new life as a wall mirror. Lovely mellow patina of varnish over white paint with a freehand black pinstripe. Minor disilvering with minimal impact to the view. Size: 24”.75”L x 15.75”W x 1.25”H $170.00 |
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9173 From a PA estate a well preserved early to mid 1800’s painted tin tray decorated with florals, foliage, scroll and pinstriped border. Bold colors remain strong adding depth to the image. Excellent realist composition captured on a relatively small area. Size: 14”L x 11.75”W x .5”H (deep) $340.00 |
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9157 A rare, 19th century signed (E. G. Montgomary) painted tin coaster for use beneath a bottle of wine or spirits. Nicely detailed with alternating lattice bands and a floral series. Against the black ground the primary colors are gold, white, pink, red and green. The bottom interior is lined with cork and although is aged and has a nice patina cannot be guaranteed to be original. Nevertheless a well preserved, nearly pristine piece. Size: 5.325”Diameter x 1.5”H $200.00 |
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9151 A 19th century second quarter tea canister in original vivid paint. There are four images, two berry designs and two leaves alternating and evenly spaced around the sides. Around the bottom there is a continuous vine of green brush strokes with red berries. Although faint green leaf brush strokes appear around the conical top and on the cap. Remnants of old red oxide paint appear on the bottom. Some paint loss expected with age. Still a wonderful early piece in excellent condition. Size: 6.5”H x 3”W $125.00 |
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9209 From Maine, a second quarter 1800’s wall mount painted tin match box. Nicely detailed free hand border with a colorful stenciled still life of a bird atop a fruit filled basket. Some paint loss but overall it remains in very good condition. Size: 7.25”H x 5”W $95.00 |
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9148 From the late 19th century and found in Massachusetts a turned wooden canister in its original gray paint. There is a turned groove on the lower section which may be there to serve as a grip. A clean, diminutive piece of treenware free of any cracks to stash small treasures. Size: 3.25”W x 3.5”H $75.00 |
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9175 From the late 19th to early 20th century a diminutive turned and footed bowl in its original cranberry red and apple green polychrome paint over a gold wash. It has pronounced turnings varying in width and a well defined raised lip. Perhaps a salt or a salesman’s sample? Nevertheless, a grand little example of the commonly found larger bowls. Size: 4”W x 1.75”H $95.00 |
