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Rare 19th century elephant chocolate mold with keeper. Excellent overall condition with very good patina and surface.

Size: 19 x 9 x 2.

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Small portrait by Percy Sanborn, 1849-1929, Belfast, Maine. One associates Sanborn's work with sailing ships, still lifes and dog and cat paintings, but this very well-done portrait of a very pretty young girl may well be a one of a kind portrait and it's painted on an 11 inch wooden plate as opposed to canvas which most of his works were painted on.  If other portraits exist, we are not aware of them. Signed Sanborn, 1884 or 86 Size: 11 inches in diameter. Inventory number 23PD 586

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19th century, sailor made, swordfish bill made into a playful toy for a child or possibly for decoration. We are fascinated by the imagination sailors had when it came to making useful objects and toys from discarded parts of sea creatures. It's of a simple design and perfect for its intended use. Size: 33" long and 6.5 at its widest point. Inventory number 24-409.

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19th century native Maine crooked knife with relief carved initial, S T. At one point in its life, it was painted green, but now, with use, its wear pattern substantiates age and use. The blade is from an old straight razor, the wrapping is copper wire. It's a simple example yet attractive in form and condition. Size: 10 inches long.

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Exceptionally fine 19th century watercolor theorem on paper presented in its original beveled frame under early glass. The work shows multiple fruits presented in an oval basket. Size overall, 17 x 13. Inventory number 23PD805. 

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A 20th century iron wash board with a heart hanger. Excellent condition. Great color and surface. Size: 21 x 13. Inventory number 24PD366.

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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.

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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

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Unusual and possibly rare child's hat. Pima Indians, Arizona c1900-20. Woven in the same manner as one would see in their baskets. This example may not be the only example out there, but we've never seen another one and neither have people we've asked who are familiar with Native wares. Size: 11 inches in diameter. Excellent condition with some very minor losses. Inventory number 23PD685

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Charming 19th century OOB portrait of a young girl. She is posed seated in a paint decorated chair holding an apple. Her sausage curls, rosy cheeks and pouty lips all add a touching element of character and sensitivity. The painting rests in its original paint decorated frame and remains completely original and undisturbed. Size: 16 x 15.25 overall. There is no information on either the sitter or artist. Inventory 23PD161.

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Early 20th century handmade hollow copper fish weathervane. Reported to have served time on top of a fish house in Downeast, Maine. Excellent overall condition with a port-side fin missing. Offered on a modern round plinth for an attractive visual display. Size: 12.5 x 14.5 on its base. Inventory number 23PD783.

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A fine 18th century hand forged New England door latch. Beautifully made and remaining in superb original condition. Size: 15 inches tall. Inventory number 24PD181.

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19th century Sunderland soft paste plate with the name Ann Smith. It measures 6.5 inches in diameter and if your name is Ann Smith or if you know an Ann Smith, this plate has your/her name on it. c1830.

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New England trade sign of Donovan's Millinery, Newport, NH. This single-sided sign measuring 24 x 12.5 remains today as it was made in the early years of the 20th century. Inventory 23PD225.

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Small early 20th century French desk globe signed J. Forest. Very good condition with its surface well cared for and free of tears or damage. It stands only 11.5 inches tall having a 6.5 inch diameter globe. Inventory number 23PD710.

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Larger size late 19th century American eagle flag pole topper with its original rope pulley. Wonderful form with a marvelous color and surface measuring 16 inches tall having a 7 inch wing span. Offered on a custom metal base for visual presentation and display.

$895.   22PD807   INQUIRE

Architectural lion head. Made from sheet zinc and solder. Excellent condition with a good weathered color tone and surface. Size: overall, 15 x 14 projecting 7 inches from the wall. Inventory 23PD128 

19th century floral watercolor on paper of a sprig of blue and yellow flowers. Nicely done. Very good condition with a slight water stain along the bottom edge near the frame. Framed in a period frame under early glass. Size: 9.5 x 7.75. Inventory 23PD352.

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19th century leather fire bucket showing a curved banner with the name Morning Star over a small oval with No. 7. The handles are original and intact. It stands straight and upright and has a strong visual appeal. Size: 13 inches tall, 18.5 to the handle. It has a 9 inch diameter. Excellent overall condition.

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A delightful pair of half round urn finials is their original grayish/green painted color and surface. A highly pleasing form in excellent untouched original condition. Wonderful to enhance that special space in your home as each measures 18.5 inches tall and 7 inches wide. Hangable or stand alone. c1900.

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Large, 19th century, 24 inch fireman's parade trumpet/horn. Densely engraved with a fire pumper, crossed ladders and other fire related motifs plus a meandering border surrounding its rim. The eagle heads that hold the braided sash are a nice touch making it just that much more special. Very good original condition with a replaced sash.

Three early 20th century wine and spirit jugs advertising Salzman & Siegleman, Brooklyn, NY. All three remain in excellent original condition and perfect for a stoneware or advertising collector. Each measures 6.75 inches tall and 4 inches in diameter.

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19th century New England redware canning jar. Very nice color, form and condition with its dapple pattern and design. Very minute base wear commensurate with age. No cracks or hairlines. Size: 9 inches tall, 5.75 in diameter.

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A very attractive 19th century foil-backed theorem of various fruits all beautifully arranged in an elegant compote. Excellent condition presented in its original painted frame and historic glass. Size: 19.25 x 15.25. c1850-60.

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19TH CENTURY TOLEWARE TEA CADY. Excellent untouched surface, condition, paint and color with a highly desirable craquelure surface which further substantiates its age. Size: 6 inches tall, 3 inches in diameter.

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Intricately carved sailor made knitting sheath. Embellishing and highlighting the carving are 2 tiny pen and ink drawings of women in period attire. An amazing example of 19th century sailor made art. Size: 7 inches long.

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Densely carved mid-19th century sailor-made ditty box. Intricately carved with nautical and patriotic themes on all 5 sides including eagles, anchors, harp, American shields, several stars, hearts, arrows and viney decors. Some minor losses commensurate with use, but overall in very fine condition. In its interior rests a small tray with scalloped edges with an applied paper of a woman in period attire entitled "Summer Dresses". Size: 8 x 8.25 x 7. Ex. collection of E. Norman Flayderman.

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Copper relief collie dog on a sheet copper panel. We're guessing this dates from the 1920s and has survived untouched and original in every way with exceptional color and patina. Size: 10.25 x 9 and initialed lower right, OTF as I see it.

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19th century small watercolor on wove paper portrait of a mother and child. A well-defined portrait in a home setting depicts a mother lovingly supporting her child while he/she holds a small rattle. A well done sensitive painting housed in its original lemon gold frame and identified verso as the Nelson family. Size: 10.5 x 8.5 c1830-40. Excellent condition and issue free.

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SMALLER SIZE CAST IRON KEY TRADE SIGN. Most likely used as an interior sign for a locksmith. It measures only 20 inches long. Excellent condition.

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VERY LARGE LATE 18TH OR EARLY 19TH CENTURY FREE BLOWN STORAGE BOTTLE MARKED "BOTTLE C". Very dark green or black in color. Excellent condition. Free of flaws. Size: 18 x 6. Country of origin, France. Note: Bottles this size are nearly unheard of.

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Canada goose decoy. A wonderful example and one justifiably attributed to Jim Gatreau, (1919-1999)  Lossier Settlement, New Brunswick. Original paint, cedar body. Size: 27 inches long, 8.5 wide and 9 inches tall.

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WATERCOLOR OF A BATHING BEAUTY IN A BLUE SUIT AND MATCHING COLORED HAT. Nicely done and signed V. Jackson. 

Size: 20 x 29 overall. Age: About 1960

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FLORAL HOOKED RUG. Professionally mounted and wall ready. Excellent condition with strong vibrant colors and a free-hand design. It's a great size, hangable just about anywhere. Size: 28 x 23. c1900.

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19TH CENTURY PAINT DECORATED FLAT TOP TRINKET BOX. Please not the very fine and intricate detail the painter used to enhance the appearance of this lovely box which remains completely untouched and original. A partially readable stencil on its end panel identifies its Boston origin. Size: 11.25 x 6 x 3.75.

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