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A highly desirable early 20th century "Boot, Shoes and Rubbers" sign with white letters on a black ground. Remaining in very good condition with good signs that support its age. Please note the image that shows its back and how the battens are tapered. Not sure why this was done, but it certainly adds interest. Size: 42 x 21. c1900. Inventory number 24-560.

$2400. INQUIRE

Antonio Jacobson, 1850-1921. Born in Copenhagen, Denmark, he migrated to the United States in 1873 where he began his career of painting ship portraits. He studied at the Royal Academy of Design where he further developed his skills as an accomplished artist. It is said he painted over 6000 portraits of both steam and sailing vessels and while this portrait, of an unknown ship, is very well done, it also remains in very good condition. It appears there are some small areas of touch up and looks as if it had a light cleaning at some point in its lifetime. He was often called "The Audubon of Steam Vessels". Size: 21.5 x 15.5 overall. Inventory number 24-572.

$12,000. INQUIRE

An elegant example of 19th century French painted tole. The upswept almond shaped bowl is enhanced with an elegant female face on each end. Excellent overall condition. Size: 14 x 9.5 x 7. Inventory number 24-607.

$495. INQUIRE

A very nice large 19th century copper tea kettle with a very attractive acorn finial and dovetailed construction. Selling as found in a light oxidized state which can be polished if one desires. Size: 15"tall, 15" wide. Inventory number 24-616.

Highly desirable 19th century band box with a beaver motif. The lid identifies the maker as Leonard Bond, New York and Hallowell, Maine. There are some paper loss issues with this box, but mostly all on the back side. This is a very hard design to find and we've priced it according to its condition. Size: 12 x 9 x 9.5 Inventory number 24-542.

$950. INQUIRE

Important 18th century American Spoon Rack. Its densely carved facade reflects the skills of an advanced carver which we believe was done and originated in The Hudson River Valley or possibly New England. Created from thin-wall native white pine with finely joined dovetail and rose head nailed construction. Nine pinwheel carvings embellish its three tiers while its original Spanish brown paint defines its color and surface. Excellent overall condition measuring 14 x 11.5 x 4.25. From the collection of a Washington diplomat. Inventory number 24-523.

A fabulous 30" very colorful gaming wheel. Over the years, we've sold many many game wheels, but few were equal to this one in size, color, design and condition. It's very eye-catching and sure to become a strong focal point in any gaming or folk art collection. If you've been searching for a special wheel, this could surely fit the bill. c1920. Excellent condition with all of its pins intact and it spins like a champ! Inventory number 24-528.

$1450. INQUIRE

19th century Scandinavian decorated brides box. We're certain this box was a wedding present with a facsimile of the bride and groom decorating its cover. The sides are almost completely covered in a complimentary floral motif which remains in very good condition. Size: 18 x 12 x8.5  Inventory number 24-402.

$1100. INQUIRE

A very unique early 20th century utensil carrier with applied saw tooth decor in vibrant colors of blue and yellow. From what we can tell, this wasn't used much as it remains in very crisp condition. Size: 13 x 9 x 5.5. Inventory number 24-434.

$575. INQUIRE

Small early 20th century art deco designed desk thermometer with humidity scale. This little gem is out of our circle, but we couldn't resist its form and condition. What house doesn't need a vintage piece like this to compliment the environment? No batteries needed!! Size: 7.5" tall, 3.5" wide and it works. Inventory number 24-467.

$125. INQUIRE

A 19th century New Jersey mercantile jug. Identified as Bower & Statler, Patterson, New Jersey. Overall very good condition with a small potstone found just below the 3 in the address. No cracks. No hairlines. Bold blue color. Size: 13.5 inches tall with a 9" diameter. Inventory number 24PD341.

$550. INQUIRE

19th century slide top box with huge dovetails and internal dividers. We loved its original robin's egg blue color along with its condition, but mostly the single large dovetail impressed us the most. Size: 13 x 7 x 5. Inventory number 24PD315.

$595. INQUIRE

A small 19th century sailor made, hand knotted becket. Beckets were used for handles on the ends of early sea chests and are quite collectible by nautical collectors. Often today they are found in bathrooms and cleverly used as a towel holder. Size: 7.5 inches tall. Inventory number 24PD384.

$225. INQUIRE

Early 20th century, c1920, Chinese Checkers game board with bright pleasing colors and design. It measures 21 inches square and remains in very good condition. Inventory number 24PD385

$695.  INQUIRE

Smaller size 19th century oval pantry box in original color and surface. Some worn decoration is still visible on its cover plus areas of faint decoration remain on its sides. Size: 5 x 2.75 x 4.5. Structurally good! Inventory number 24PD351

$495.  INQUIRE

Huntley & Palmer biscuit tin, London. We've sold several of these tins, but cannot recall ever seeing this form which resembles that of a bookcase. Some very light oxidation, but overall very good. Size: 6 x 5 x 4. c1900 +- Inventory number 24PD401.

$495.  INQUIRE

A 19th century dome top box with colorful tulips decorating its top and sides, but not the back. Tiny wire snipe hinges are original and intact. Its locking mechanism is also original and intact. This is a nice clean box with excellent color and surface measuring 12 x 7 x 7.5  Inventory number 24PD298

$950.  INQUIRE

19th century cast iron building plaque with a highly detailed embossed eagle with an incredibly fine weathered color and surface. It comes with a very sturdy wood stand for good visual display as it weighs 25 pounds. Reportedly from a US Post Office in Boston. Inventory number 24PD345. 12.5" x 13.25" x 1".

$795.  INQUIRE

A very impressive pair of brass port and starboard ships lanterns with their original unblemished lenses and burners. Each measures 18 inches tall to its handle and 10 inches wide overall. We feel both are of late 19th or very early 20th century vintage and remain in excellent condition. Inventory number 24PD268.

$895. the pair   INQUIRE

Whimsical early 19th century mitt in the form of a cat. Made with early linen with applied facial feline features. If you're a cat lover, this has to ring your bell. Size: 12.5 x 9. Inventory number 24PD275.

$295.   INQUIRE

A pair of girandole figures on marble bases. Both are in unblemished original condition. Both have fine cast details. Each measures 11.5 inches tall on 6" marble bases. Inventory number 24PD191.

$215. the pair   INQUIRE

Small single lapped pantry box in exuberant red paint. Excellent structural condition with the word "Soda" on its cover. It measures only 6.5 inches in diameter and 2.75 deep. Late 19th/early 20th century. Inventory number 24PD230.

$350.   INQUIRE

19th century hand painted tombstone shaped clock face. While there is some wear on the dial, the colorful bird and fruits in its upper cartouche add much to its overall appeal and desire. Size: 18 x 13. Inventory number 24PD185.

$375.   INQUIRE

A very nice 19th century, single socket, half size punched tin lantern. Its simple punched arched top decoration is quite sculptural and very appealing to  lantern collectors. Its only flaw is its door keeper has broken off decades ago, but these are mostly displayed with its door opened. Great structural condition, color and surface. Inventory number 24PD189.

$450.    INQUIRE

18th century dark green/black free blown demi-john bottle of great size. This is the largest bottle of this form we have ever seen or owned. Some surface scratches exist, but overall excellent condition. If you have any questions/thoughts, we are standing by. Origin: English or Dutch. Size: 18 inches tall, 15 inches wide. Inventory number 24PD86.

$1850.   INQUIRE

A pair of  19th century American pastel wedding portraits. Each is housed in its original block corner frame under glass. There is no information about the sitters, but each is illegibly signed and clearly dated 1842. He is very handsome while she radiates beauty which is such a plus with portraits from this time frame. Each frame measures 15 x 17.75 and they remain in overall very good condition. Found in Maine. Inventory number 24PD66.

$1850.   INQUIRE

19th century decorated stoneware batter jug with bale handle. There is a very tight hairline as shown plus the wire is an old replacement. The original wire oxidized to the point of hanging on by a thread. c1850. Inventory number 23PD1054.

$895.   INQUIRE

19th century family record of the Garlock Family. Frederick Garlock was born in 1789. Margaret Wart in 1797. They married in 1815 and had 10 children. This is one of the finest records we have ever seen. Its colors are still very brilliant and its overall condition is noteworthy. Two floral columns flank the record while two white urns, a willow tree, two doves and two hearts draw your eyes to its upper area. It is housed in a period lemon gold frame. Size: 26 x 24 inches. Ex. Joan Brownstein. Inventory number 24PD42.

$2950.   INQUIRE

Late 19th or very early 20th century sled named "Queen". Though there are no markings on its underside, we believe this is a Maine sled and possibly from Paris, Maine. It doesn't appear to have been used all that much as there is no damage or major loss. Size: 32 inches long, 10 inches wide. Inventory number 24PD27.

$895.   INQUIRE

Small 19th century portrait on panel of a handsome gent. Excellent condition. Original lemon gold frame. Measures only 8.75 x 7. Artist and sitter unknown. Inventory number 23PD1051.

A beautiful relief carved dresser box with the name Ruth Snow on its cover and the date1868 on its front facade. Snow is a very common name here in Maine and I don't think I'm risking too much in calling this a true Maine box. Superb untouched original condition. Size:10 x 4 x 3.5  Inventory number 23PD782.

$595.   INQUIRE

Large, English or Dutch free blown dark green onion bottle. Nice early bottles such as this are becoming harder and harder to find, especially in this condition. There are no cracks, stars or problems of any description making this a very good survivor.  Great size. Great form. Age: Late 18th or very early 19th century. Size: 12" tall, 9.5" in diameter. Inventory number 23PD907. 

$1400.   INQUIRE

RARE RARE ships bottle. Free blown, having a very flat and wide bottom for stability aboard early ships. We have never seen another bottle of this form to compare it to. Size: 9.5" tall, 7.5 inches in diameter. Inventory number 23PD1012.

$975.   INQUIRE

19th century 4 fingered oval Shaker box. This lovely box came directly from a 30 year old private collection in New Hampshire. It has never seen paint and through the years developed a fine natural tone and soft honest color and surface. It remains in excellent original condition with NO apologies. Size" 11.75 x 8.75 x 4.5. Inventory number 23PD968.

$975.   INQUIRE

A nice pair of early 20th century cat andirons with glass eyes that catch your eye in use. If you're a cat lover as we are, and have a fireplace, these may be just the ticket for seasonal use. Size: 17 inches tall with 13 inch log dogs. Excellent condition and ready for action. Inventory number 23PD861.

$695.   INQUIRE

A pair of miniature American watercolor portraits of a husband and his wife in their original paint decorated frames under early glass. Executed with watercolors on wove paper in very fine condition. Both are shown seated in the same chair facing left. Each measures 7.25 x 6.25 overall. Both sitters and artist remain anonymous. Inventory number 23PD 820.

$1450.   INQUIRE

Small late 18th or very early 19th century spun brass and wrought iron kettle. Excellent condition with a nice patina. It's so sweet!! Size: 6.5" tall, 5.25 diameter bowl. Inventory number 23PD780.

$495.   INQUIRE

A very small late 19th century French book tantalus. We've never seen another example of a comparable size. All 4 hand blown glasses remain along with its small glass decanter. It's a beauty!! Size: 7 x 4.5 x 5.25. Excellent condition commensurate with age and use.  Inventory number 23PD652.

$795.   INQUIRE

Large 19th century heavy sheet iron rooster weathervane on a custom metal base. Fabulously bold and gutsy form in its original white painted surface which has taken on incredible presence and surface that one expects to see on an item of this age. Size: 26.5 wide and tall on a custom metal stand. Inventory number 23PD 655

$3400.   INQUIRE

Skillfully carved and painted pantry box. An oxidized green painted 5 point relief carved star embellishes its cover with an oxidized crusty red surface covering its entire lower case. Inside the lid a relief carved date of 1885 can be found. Illegible initials remain on the bottom. Size: 7.25 inches in diameter, 3.5 inches deep. Inventory number 23PD524

$850.   INQUIRE

Important full figured hollow cut American silhouette of a young woman holding a book and a purse. There have been other similar cuttings found, but as of today, this cutter remains anonymous. The work rests in its original crusty black frame under early glass. Size: 11.5 x 9.5 OA. c1830. Inventory number 23PD421.

$1850.   INQUIRE

Attributed to Joseph Honore Pellegrin, French, 1793-1869. A watercolor portrait of the Brig Brothers of Norfolk, Capt. Jos. P Fernandes, leaving Marseilles, February 25th 1858. Watercolor and gouache on paper laid down on board. Evenly toned with some areas of minor foxing. Size: 33.5 x 27. Inventory 23PD411

$2650   INQUIRE

Cast iron Eclipse windmill weight. If my memory serves me well, I think the very first mill weight I owned was a quarter moon weight like this one. I love the form, its color and surface. It measures 10.5 x 9.5 x 2.5 on a custom wood base. A very crisp and clear casting highlighting the word, Eclipse. Inventory 23PD370.

$695.   INQUIRE

Early 20th century Penobscot Indian war club with relief carved and painted native head. Typical chip carving embellishes the handle. Excellent condition. Size: 25.5 inches long. Inventory 23PD212

$695.   INQUIRE

Unusual and unique small hooked mat of a brightly colored autumn maple leaf. Excellent condition, mounted for display and wall ready. Size: 9.5 x 9 Inventory 23DP221.

$395.   INQUIRE

Boy with Flowers doorstop. Good paint and a shy, innocent smile on this fellow, along with his flowers, make it an unusual find. Early 20th century. Very good original condition. Size:9.25" tall. Inventory 23PD37.

$550.   INQUIRE

Tiffany & Co sterling Sugar & Creamer. See photo of the Tiffany mark and numbers on its bottom. Single, faint monogram of "M" on the sides of both pieces. No scratches or dents, with the kind of elegant design Tiffany is famous for. Size: 4.25" on the sugar, 6" on the creamer. Inventory 22PD665.

An elegant pair of husband and wife portrait miniature watercolors by J. H. Gillespie, 1793-1849. Both in excellent condition resting in their matching original frames. Written on the back of her portrait is "till the day dawns and the shadows flee away". Sitters unknown. Size: 4.5 x 5 

$1250. 22PD898   INQUIRE

Vernon Broe, 1930-2011, Richmond, Maine. A prolific painter with a love for Maine which he expressed in his work. From what we can tell he must have had a special connection to coastal beach scenes with children and sailboats as we see this genre repeated many times as this work suggests. Signed LR, Vern Broe on academy board and newly framed. Wonderful vibrant colors with lots of summer activity. Size: 20 x 16 overall. Excellent condition.

$1800.    22PD635   INQUIRE

19th century maple mortar and pestle in first red color and surface. Excellent original condition with a very tight hairline. While there is no signs of paint on the pestle, we're certain it's original. Size: 7.75 inches tall with a 6 inch diameter bowl.

$595. 22PD816   INQUIRE

15 inch cast iron and painted old salt doorstop. Made by the Eastern Specialties Co. and signed accordingly. This is the largest of the old salt doorstops in very good original condition. c1920

$795.   INQUIRE

Maine crooked knife. Nicely carved with what I'll call an egg motif. Crooked knives were carving tools used by eastern woodlands tribes for various tasks from bowl making to shaving baskets splints. Wonderful condition. Wonderful color, form and patina. Size: 8 inches long. Ex: Jon Magoun

$650.   INQUIRE

19th century banded yellowware seaweed or fern motif pitcher in dual colors. Some overall fine crazing, but no repairs, cracks or hairlines. A wonderful example in excellent condition. Size: 6.75 inches tall, 5.25 inches in diameter.

$950.   INQUIRE

19th century maple mortar and pestle in a lovely soft apple green paint. Excellent condition. Original paint, including its original pestle which has traces of paint as well. Purchased privately from a Maine collection. Bowl size: 7.25 x 5.5 

$650.   INQUIRE

Nicely detailed cast iron commemorative of the battleship Maine. We're not sure what this was originally used for. A watch hutch? A clock case? A portrait? There is no indication of a way to make an attachment. It measures 10 inches high and 9 inches wide.

$295.   INQUIRE

19th century maple mortar and pestle in the best blue color and surface. Yes, I see the crack as well, but we just couldn't get past the color and the form, it's very special.

The mortar measures 7 3/8 inches tall. To the handle, 12.5 inches. It's 5 inches in diameter.

$550.   INQUIRE

19th century delft plate. We believe the design is of a peacock with strong cobalt blue colors. Some very minor edge flakes. but overall, quite good.

Size: 10.25 inches in diameter.

$495.   INQUIRE

19th century 2 gallon stoneware crock with cobalt blue leaf decor. Signed F. B. Norton & Sons, Worcester, Mass. Excellent condition with a very small inner rim chip. No cracks or hairlines. Size: 9 x 10.

$495.   INQUIRE

Taxco sterling silver bracelet.  The intricate design reflects classic motifs of these highly regarded workshops and its condition is excellent. Signed OCM Mexico. Size: 7.25 inches long.

$275.   INQUIRE

Early 20th century optical trade sign. Reverse signs like these were placed inside to catch the eye of clients so to speak. No pun intended!! The glass panel is housed in a modern frame to be easily hung on a wall. Size: 12.5 x 11.5 inches. Very good condition. Inventory number 23PD1067.

$1250   INQUIRE

Taxco bracelet. Sterling with recessed ebonized pattern which strongly contrasts with the brightness of the sterling. Eagle 3 mark with initials "ARA". 8" long with a safety chain.

$175.   INQUIRE

Mexican cuff. Sterling bracelet with a snug closure and with ebonized recesses for a dramatic presence. 1" wide by an approximate 8" circumference. Marked C11, Mexico, 925.

$195.   INQUIRE

FREE BLOWN NEW ENGLAND CHESTNUT BOTTLE. A true and honest bottle showing great wear, color and form measuring 9 inches tall with a 5 inch body. Absolutely perfect condition with good, in the making, distortion. c1820-30.

$595.   INQUIRE

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