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19TH CENTURY BURL BOWL. American ash with slight traces of red paint. Fine figural burl, delicately turned with a nice defined lip and two incised rings. Excellent condition with a very soft and pleasing scrubbed interior. Size: 12.5 inches in diameter and 4 inches deep.

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Rare cast iron buffalo windmill weight on wood base. The form is elusive with only a few passing through my hands in the last 57 years. Wonderful brown painted surface. Excellent condition. 15.5 x 12.5 mounted. c1900-1920

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Cast aluminum American shield with  a museum stand. It was never painted for some reason and its current color and surface has toned very nicely over the years. Size: 17.5 x 18 on its stand. c1920-30. From a Michigan collection. Inventory number 23PD646.

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Small, early 20th century OOC portrait of a very young toddler. Signed and dated, Leo Sielke Jr.,1908. Accompanying the portrait is an actual cabinet card showing the little boy and his truck a few years after the portrait was painted. This is a much later portrait than we normally have, but we couldn't resist bringing this little gem home. It measures 9.5 x 7 and remains in untouched original condition. Inventory number 23PD627.

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Heavy sheet iron tavern sign. The lion stands next to a bottle holding his glass high to welcome guests. I particularly like the four pierced hearts that embellish its lower bar giving it a hint of Pennsylvania/English origin. Much original paint remains and its overall condition is very good. Size: 16.5 x 17 Inventory number 23PD1018.

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19th century forged American iron and brass spatula. Excellent condition and still quite usable. Great in an early kitchen setting. Size: 14 inches long. Inventory number 24PD218.

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A highly desirable 19th century double sided Parcheesi game board. Measuring only 16 " square, it remains in an undisturbed state with a stunning surface that defines excellence. Its perimeter border shows signs of use, but not abuse. Great color, great surface and overall condition. I assume the star on its reverse side is a game, but I'm afraid I don't know what it's called. Inventory number 23PD 300 

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A pair of early 20th century root head shorebirds. A simple form yet highly attractive in their nature, composition and posture. These are most like southern, but were purchased from an upstate New York collection. Size on the stand, 12 x 16 x 2. Original inuse and weathered paint. Inventory 23PD389.

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A fine calligraphy drawing depicting the birth of Jonathan Hall born on Monday, August 7th, 1809, died 1837. Reframed and matted in a modern frame. Excellent condition with some expected toning, but no foxing. It's interesting that the drawing identifies Monday as the day of the week his birth took place. We don't recall ever seeing that on a record.. Size: 11.5 x 15 overall. Inventory number 23PD973.

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HAND COLORED 19TH CENTURY WALLPAPER FRAMED TOKEN OF AFFECTION. Accompanying a lovely and sensitive verse from E. F. Sawyer to Warren E. Sargent, this hand colored gems rests under a beautiful piece of very old and wavy glass. Size: 5.5 x 4.25 This was love at first sight for us. Hoping it will be for you too!!

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A Wildfowler Mallard drake in Mint Mint condition. There's no question this decoy has never seen water or was ever hunted over. Fabulous dry original paint in untouched condition with its Waterfowler stamp impressed into the bottom of the decoy. Size: 16 x 6.5. Inventory 23PD227.

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Vibrant Oriental Rug, c.1920's. The colors of the weave remain strong throughout the rug and there's no damage or significant wear. The central cartouche is beautifully designed with its reds and unusual blues, surrounded by a traditional floral border. Size: 86" x 52". Inventory 23PD18.

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Large late 18th century burl mortar. A few small separations, but overall in fine condition with splendid color and surface. A nice beefy turning  measuring 7 inches tall with a 7.25 diameter.

$595.   22PD777   INQUIRE

Smaller size 20th century eagle weathervane. Composition: Cut and formed sheet copper and solder. Its surface and color are mostly oxidized copper with areas of verdigris. Excellent condition and free of any flaws. It measures18.5 inches long with a 17.5 wingspan. Price includes a custom metal stand. c1930-40. Inventory 23PD406.

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19th century Scandinavian hand painted bride's box. We've sold many of these over the years, but never saw one decorated with a parrot. Very good condition. Two old age splits in both top and bottom boards have been strengthened with battens and remain secure. Great paint color and surface. Size: 17.5 x 10.75 x 6

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AMERICAN SCHOOL MINIATURE WATERCOLOR PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG GIRL WEARING A HUGE PUFFY SLEEVE GREEN DRESS. She's accompanied by information identifying her, but written in a foreign hand which I cannot decipher. She is offered in a deeply molded, crusty black frame and dates about 1835. The unknown artist displays highly skilled and amazing detail which you will find desirable. Size: 12.25 x 10 overall.

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Early 20th century figural horse head butcher shop trade sign. Constructed of formed zinc with gilded color and surface. Very graphic form with its full mane intact which surrounds the perimeter of its head. Excellent condition with very nice detail. Size: 20 inches tall, 15 inches wide with a 16 inch projection from the wall.

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Large 19thc American Ash burl bowl with fabulous tight figuring and great signs of use and wear. An early hairline has been tightly secured with a hand wrought staple which had been in place forever. Size: 18.5 to 18.75 in diameter with a 7 inch deep bowl. Wonderful color and soft patina. A very slight foot is visible and present under a well defined rim band.

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Very early gin bottle with a Dutch seal mark on its shoulder. Excellent condition. Dark green color showing wear consistent to age. Size: 10 inches tall.

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19th century fireman's parade trumpet/horn. A nicely engraved horn with its original sash. This horn is reported to be from Maine and measures 20.5 inches tall. Excellent condition.

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19th century fireman's parade trumpet or horn. Engraved on the lower curve of the horn one can see the words, Deland Hose Co. Fairport, New York. Some minor denting, but overall quite good considering its age and use. Size: 17.5 inches tall.

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Very rare 18th century button hole lapped powder keg. This is one of those special objects that will talk to you if you let it. Fabulous color, surface and condition. In our 104 combined years, neither of us has ever seen anything to compare it to and, even more amazing, it's an incredible survivor. There's nothing not to like about it. We were happy campers when this walked into our lives. Size: 11.5 inches tall, 5.5 wide.

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Small 19th century child's settle-bench in old natural color and surface. Excellent condition with nice side cut outs and appropriate wear. It's a real charmer and perfect in an early setting. Size: 31.5W, 24T and 12.5 deep.

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Late 19th century oil on panel of a rural countryside scene with many cows gathering by a stream. It's 24 x 13 single piece poplar panel is beveled on its edges to simulate a frame. Artist unknown, but displays a skilled knowledge of color, technique and composition.

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Hard to find, gimbaled fluid marine lamp. Unmarked American pewter in excellent condition with its original two stem burners. Size: 6.25 tall, 4.74 diameter. c1820-30.

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Unusual early 20th century double sided game board box. We've seen hundreds of game boards, but never one in this form. The three color board was possibly the work of a skilled sign or coach painter as its fine appointments suggest. Note the detailed pin striping, while not elaborate, is still a nice simple touch adding additional interest to the presentation of the board. It can be displayed flat as is, however the top and bottom can be easily separated making two individual boards. Size: 19.75 x 12.5 x 3. Excellent condition. c1900.

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LATE 18TH OR EARLY 19TH CENTURY FREE BLOWN STORAGE JAR MARKED "BOTTLE A". Deep green in color. Excellent condition. Free of flaws. Size: 12.75 x 5. Country of origin, France.

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LATE 18TH OR EARLY 19TH CENTURY FREE BLOWN STORAGE BOTTLE MARKED "BOTTLE B". Deep green in color. Excellent condition. Free of flaws. Size: 13.5 x 6.75. Country of origin, France.

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COMPELLING HIGH NECK BLUEBILL DECOY. The person that carved this decoy was not only skillful, but went the extra mile to expertly cut out the keel to perfectly fit around its half round lead weight. Note how its high head and fat cheeks further enhance the beauty of this fine decoy and its perfectly carved sleek and slender body. Old working repaint. Strong original condition. Size" 16 x 6 x 7.5

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