| Baskets Crib Quilt: Circa 1880; Pennsylvania $1,650 | |
Several features make this Baskets Crib Quilt especially appealing. The Baskets are well scaled, measuring just 4 inches tall. The scalloped border is something not often seen in 19th century quilts. The triple diagonal sashing adds nice movement enhanced by the diamonds and squares in the border.
Measurements are 42" in width and 41" in length. The quilt has been professionally laundered and is in excellent condition.
Made circa 1880's; Pennsylvania origin.
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 | Wagon Wheels Quilt: Circa 1890; Pennsylvania $1,800 |
This Wagon Wheels quilt has the finest quilting imaginable. The white ground is filled with swirling, intersecting feathers. The center white border is also done with a feather pattern flanked by chevrons in both red borders. Quilting of this quality is not often seen but particularly not in a straightforward pattern like this.
The quilt is in excellent, unwashed condition. There is one tiny smudge about the size of a pea that seems to be from the pencil marks outlining the... Click for details |
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| Sewing Roll Up Huswif; Connecticut; Circa 1850 $975 |  |
This exquisite huswif sewing pocket is made of a beautiful grouping of printed fabrics from the second quarter of the 19th century. Each pocket and the border are different materials. They are all in perfect condition.
The pocket measures 4 inches wide and 11 1/2 inches long. It is accompanied by a family history indicating it was from the home of Martha and Joshua Marcy who lived in Woodstock, Connecticut. |
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| | Caesar's Crown Quilt: Circa 1850; Maryland $2,850 |
This is an elegant example of a Caesar's Crown quilt. It is extremely finely quilted with a feather border and floral motifs throughout. The teal blue/green and reddish/brown prints are "dressier" than many of the more traditional reds and greens. The sawtooth border in a lighter color sets it all off well.
Some might want this washed but it is not imperative. The small spots could certainly be removed with a bath and the already dense quilting would appear even more prominent. That said, to my... Click for details |
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| Sawtooth Quilt: Circa 1860; Pennsylvania $2,675 | |
This beautiful Sawtooth quilt also goes by the name of Birds in the Air. A large triangle is surrounded by smaller ones in a well combined group of three printed fabrics. The light yellow contrasting with the stronger red gives the fluttering appearance of birds in flight.
The quilt is in outstanding, unwashed condition. The white triangles are quilted with half wreaths and leaves. It is very finely pieced with a tiny binding of the back turned over to the front.
Measurements are 90" x 92".... Click for details |
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| | Eduardo Herrera Oxidized Silver Bracelet $1,750 |
Dramatic, articulated bracelet by Mexican architect turned jeweler, Eduardo Herrera. He oxidizes the surface of the 950 silver (higher quality than sterling) to create the black surface. The multiple links make it surprisingly fluid and comfortable to wear.
The bracelet measures 8 inches in wearable length and 1 3/4 inches wide. The multiple rivets seen on the back demonstrate the care and intricacy with which the bracelet is made.
The bracelet is sold in a wood box custom made by Herrera. |
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| Chimney Sweep Quilt: Circa 1850; New York $1,450 | |
This Chimney Sweep quilt is a friendship quilt in which the center of each block is signed. More unusual is that it is also a charm quilt in that none of the fabrics are repeated. Perhaps each signer was asked to provide his or her own fabric. They are all beautiful, mid 19th century prints.
The quilt is in excellent condition. It measures 76" x 88".
Names on the quilt include: Temperance M Gordon; Lydia Gordon; Platt Wickes; Joel Wickes; Cramer Reeve;Dorothy Moore; John Moore; Eliza Miller;... Click for details |
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| | Embroidered Patriotic Eagle Summer Spread: Dated 1845; New England Sold |
This embroidered summer spread is an American rarity. It is centered with an eagle from whose mouth is a flowing banner with the words E pluribus unum.
Above the eagle is the name Mrs. M.T. Branch. Below the eagle is the date 1845 and Hopkinton. There is a town of Hopkinton in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Graceful pots and branches of flowers surround the eagle. The spread has cut corners for a four poster bed, a feature often found in New England bedcovers. It measures 84 inches... Click for details |
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| Leaves Quilt with Stuffed Berries: Circa 1890 $1,585 | |
One might argue as to what type of leaf this quilt is meant to depict. Two possibilities are sweet gum and marijuana. In any case, the quilt forms a wonderful abstract pattern that includes small stuffed appliqued berries. It is is an unusual combination of fine and funky.
The quilt is stitched with concentric arcs. The combination of quilting pattern and very slight thickness to the batting lead me to believe it is of Southern origin. It was probably made in the late 19th century. The green... Click for details |
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| | Tiffany Brass Desk Clock $275 |
Brass desk clock by Tiffany with Roman numerals. On the back is the inscription "Linda A. Fritts in Recognition of 25 Years of Service Dow Lohnes April 27, 2006".
The clock measures 3 1/2 inches tall and 3 1/2 inches wide across the base. Swiss made; quartz movement has newly replaced battery. |
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