Hooked Rug
Old Tennent Church Painting
Very folky late nineteenth century oil on artist board of the Old Tennent Presbyterian Church, Manalapan, NJ. The historic church was founded in 1692 and played a key role in the spread of Presbyterianism in America. Original fame and condition with no touch up or restoration. 9 x 11 1/2.
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John Holloway Owl Tree
Rare carved owl tree by John Holloway, West Creek, NJ. Six different species of owls with glass eyes, presented on a sassafras branch mounted on a turned base. Signed JRH on the base. He is known to have made only six or seven of these owl trees, all of which are currently in private collections. Height - 25".
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Medinger Sgrafitto Plate
Redware sgraffito plate by Jacob Medinger (1856-1932) of Neiffers, Limerick Township, Pa. The plate was made as a presentation piece for Guy Reinert, a friend of Medinger’s, in 1931 and initialed G. R. The sgraffito decoration was done Medinger assistant William McAllister. The plate is in mint original condition with excellent color. Diameter - 8 1/2 inches.
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Pa Miniature Painted Basket
Signed Massachusetts Firkin
Large firkin made by C. A. Wilder So. Hingham, MA with original dry, blue painted surface. Stamped on lid. Circa 1850. Made with tongue and groove staves, finger lapped bands, copper tacks, wooden pegs and a bentwood handle secured with mushroom buttons. Excellent original condition. Height - 12 1/2 inches. Lid - 12 1/2 inches in diameter.
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Medinger Redware Pitcher
Fine and rare seven inch Jacob Medinger (1856-1932) redware pitcher with sgraffito decoration of an eagle and two birds. The Medinger pottery was founded by Jacob’s father William in 1872. The business remained operational until Jacob’s kiln related death in 1932. The piece dates to the late 1920’s.
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Emily Dillard Painting
Emily Dillard (American 1879 - 1968 Dallas, Texas). Wonderful small oil on canvas landscape with bluebonnets in the foreground. Dillard was a member of the Dallas based Oak Cliff Society of Fine Arts. Signed EM/DILLARD. Circa 1940. 6 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches sight. 8 1/2 x 7 inches overall.
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Odd Fellows Scepter
Recumbent Yellow Ware Lion
Carved Snowy Owl
German Black Cat Halloween Lantern
German made Halloween Black Cat Jack O Lantern dating to the 1930’s. Excellent condition. Original paper inserts and wire handle. Marked Made In Germany on base. There is a very small tear to the paper in the left eye. Height - 3 1/2 inches.
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German Halloween Devil Jack O Lantern
Rare, small German made Devil Halloween Jack O Lantern dating to the 1930’s. Excellent condition with virtually no wear. Original paper insert and wire handle. Marked Germany on base. Height - 3 inches.
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Hattie Brunner Watercolor
Running Horse Hooked Rug
Circa 1930 hooked rug of a black running horse on a tan ground. Punchy red, tan and black swags around the perimeter. Professionally mounted for display. 35” x 23”.
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Cat Hooked Rug
Super folky hooked rug with a black and white cat on a red ground with flowers, a bumblebee and small kitty foot prints around the perimeter. The expression on the cat’s face is off the charts cool. Wool on burlap. Signed P D and dated 1972. Excellent original condition with no defects. 36” x 25”.
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Early Hooked Rug
German Krampus Candy Container
Rare German made paper mache Krampus candy container. Stamped “Made in Germany” on underside. Circa 1920. Very good condition with as expected ware from use. Height - 9 inches.
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Cast Zinc Eagle
Late 19th century cast zinc spread-wing eagle perched on a plinth. Excellent original oxidized surface. It may have been utilized as a pilothouse element on a small steamship or tug boat. Probably of New England origin. Height - 15', Width - 21".
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Redware Dog
Miniature Watercolor Portraits
Pair of 19th century American watercolors on paper, likely a brother and sister. Presented in period figured maple frames. 6 1/2" x 5 1/2". Very slight toning.
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Chalkware Garniture
Mid 19th century chalkware garniture with original polychrome painted surface. Desirable yellow base. Height - 14", Width 10".
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Miniature Painted Berry Basket
Exceptional miniature berry basket with original yellow painted surface. Excellent patina and condition with no breaks or losses. Found in Berks County, Pa but could be of Lancaster County origin. Width - 5 1/4" Height - 4 1/2".
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Halloween Black Cat Jack O' Lantern
Decorated Treen Cup
Small 19th century lathe turned treen cup with vinegar grain paint decoration. Excellent condition. Height - 3”
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