| William Spratling Wood and Silver Dish $795 | |
Most unusual wood and sterling dish by silver master, William Spratling. It is hand carved from a dark wood (likely ebony or rosewood) with sterling dots and dashes. Measurements are 8 inches long x 4 1/2 inches at its widest. It is 1 1/4 inches deep. The bowl and silver might benefit from oiling and polishing but I leave that to the next owner. It is in excellent condition. The hallmark dates from 1956 - 1962.
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 | New York Beauty Quilt: Circa 1930; Pennsylvania $2,200 |
This is a particularly fine example of the desirable New York Beauty pattern. The colors really seem to give off the glow of sunshine. It is well quilted with overlapping circles that are a terrific complement to the round pieced pattern. The New York Beauty pattern was named by Mountain Mist in 1930 when they published it with recommendations for this particular color combination and quilting patterns. Variations of the pattern had been known prior to 1930 but not with this name. It is in... Click for details |
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| Tiffany Sterling Silver Atlas Slide Buckle $675.00 |  |
Tiffany sterling silver ribbed slide belt buckle that is no longer in production. This is in like new condition in the original Tiffany box and case. It measures 2 inches wide and 1 1/8" tall. It fits a one inch wide belt. |
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| | Pot of Flowers Painted Mat: Circa 1870; New England $657 |
This painted pot of flowers was probably intended as a decorative table mat. It measures 9 1/4" long x 8 5/8" wide and is professionally mounted on a stretcher that is 11 1/4" x 12". It is signed on the bottom Irena Foater who was probably the proud maker but might also have been the recipient.
There is a small right angle tear in the central flower that shows in the thumbnail. There are no other condition issues. Based largely upon the plaid fabric used for the binding, I date this to about... Click for details |
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| Pug Dogs Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers $495 | |
Finely detailed sterling silver salt and pepper shakers of pug dogs wearing collars. They measure 2 inches tall and weigh a substantial 91 grams. In addition to being marked Sterling, they have maker's marks on the bottom with which I am not familiar. They are visible in thumbnail photo. |
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| | Touching Stars Quilt with Applique: circa 1870; Pennsylvania $2,850 |
This touching Stars quilt has the most unusual addition of appliqued flowers giving a nice "pop" to the already bold pattern. The solid red used for the deep triangle border is another element that adds drama. It is well quilted with small clamshell patterns. The quilt has been professionally laundered and is in excellent condition. Measurements are 84 inches square. Pennsylvania origin; circa 1870's. |
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| William Spratling Sterling Silver Belt Buckle $450 | |
Sterling silver belt buckle by silver master, William Spratling. It is equally suitable for a man or woman. The buckle is 2 1/4 inches x 1 inch. It requires a 3/4 inch wide strap. The belt has Spratling's 1940's hallmark and is in excellent condition. |
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| | Indigo Applique Quilt: Circa 1870; New York $2,875 |
This deep indigo quilt is a wonderful combination of what I believe to be original applique patterns. They are well integrated to create a full yet airy overall design. It is waffle quilted throughout. The quilt has been professionally laundered and is in immaculate condition. Measurements are 72" x 92". New York State origin; circa 1870. |
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| Maryland Album Quilt: Circa 1860 $2,250 | |
Nine block album quilt with wreaths and pots of flowers, no two of which are the same. The pots of flowers in the corners facing inward give a nice symmetry to the overall design. It is clearly a rural version of a Baltimore Album quilt.
The quilt has been professionally laundered and is in excellent condition. It is well quilted with feathered vines along the grid and border. The applique border flowers are an effective continuation of the shapes of the flowers within the quilt. Maryland... Click for details |
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| | Tane Sterling Silver and Gold Vermeil Bracelet $795.00 |
Very stylish and unusual bracelet by Tane, Mexico's answer to the elegant work of Tiffany. The bracelet has hinged links that create an oval over which are elongated triangles of gold vermeil. The links are 3/4" wide; the bracelet is 7 1/4" long and weighs a hefty 99 grams. It has been professionally polished and is in excellent condition. Made circa 1980. |
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