| Unique Indiana Amish Quilt: Circa 1910 $4850. | |
Anyone who thinks of the Amish as drab has not seen this unique quilt. It is imaginative and exuberant. Medium/ lightweight wools are heavily embroidered to create an extraordinary surface. The circles are centered with finely made compasses indicative of the maker's attention to detail while also creating a bold overall image. Half circles wonderfully contain this bold pattern. The color combinations are as unusual as are the numerous patterns. This was certainly made by an Amish woman who thou... Click for details
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 | Carved Stone (probably Grave Marker); Dated 1905 $1200. |
This carved stone piece was likely made as a grave marker. Regardless of its original purpose, it is a wonderful sculpture. A different motif is carved on each side. It measures 4 1/2" tall; 4 3/4" wide and 3 1/2" deep. Condition is very good with s small area chipped out of the top rear a long time ago based upon the patina. Found in Pennsylvania.
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| Tumbling Blocks Hooked Rug: Ca. 1920; Pennsylvania $1275. |  |
This wonderfully three dimensional Tumbling Blocks Hooked Rug has appeal on several counts. It is very much like the Tumbling Blocks Quilt pattern. At the same time, it has the effect of 20th century Cubist design. It has impact as a wall piece but is also strong enough to be taken off the stretcher and used on the floor as was originally intended. Made of wools; circa 1920. Pennsylvania origin. Stretcher measures 27 1/2" x 53".
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| | Tiffany Silver and Enamel Shrimp Earrings $675. |
Chunky silver and enamel shrimp earrings by Tiffany. They measure 5/8" wide and 1 1/4" tall. Clip backs; circa 197o's. Excellent condition.
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