Fish Monger's Trade Sign
Twentieth Century
New England
As depicted, a very dramatic and decorative codfish with carved detail including scales, gill plate, eyes and mouth; applied carved fins and broad tail. Strong traces of red paint. Original iron hardware; anonymous and of undetermined age. (Length: 77 inches; height: 32 inches; depth: 3 inches.)
Price: $3,250
185-21
"Washington 1796"
Ceremonial Parade Fire Hat
Probably Pennsylvania
Hand painted
Circa 1840 - SOLD
This example, painted beige is made from pressed felt and is painted on the front with inscription Washington, 1796 in ornate gilt and red lettering, the top with owner's initials P.B.B., Jr. also in black gilt lettering with black silhouetting; the number "14" on back painted in gold and red lettering on a rare buff-colored ground. The underside of brim painted red. A few minor repairs; generally very good condition. (Height: 7.25-inches.)
339-7 - SOLD
A Fine Swift
Whale Bone and Whale Ivory Mounts
This 19th century example is beautifully crafted of mahogany and ebony; all pieces including the outstanding barrel clamp mount are beautifully turned. The bone and ivory shaft collars and shaft clamp are also turned and carved. Overall length: 28.25-inches.
Price: $4,250
393-6
Leather Doll
Commercially produced
A doll made as a teaching aid for children to learn about lacing and tying. Measures 12.25-inches in length.
Price: $475
514-91
Face With Hat Cane
Pennsylvania
Probably third quarter...19th century
Varnished hickory
An interesting example...the round handle worn smooth from use; traces of black paint on all surfaces. Great color and patina. The grip above shaft with seven geometric knops between each which is entasis; this slight convexity adds movement compounding the visual interest. The brass sewing thimble served well as a clever make-do ferrule. (H. 34.25; w. 5.25-inches.)
Price: $1,050
881-12
Ship Model of Sovereign of the Seas
Late nineteenth to early 20th century model of Donald McKay's clipper ship Sovereign of the Seas. The original clipper ship was built in 1852 on speculation by Donald McKay, East Boston, MA. Launched from the shipyard of McKay June 19, 1852 the clipper ship was sold to Andrew F. Meinke of the ship broker firm Funch & Meinke, New York. This incredibly detailed replica is 51.5 inches long by 14 inches deep by 33.5 inches tall. It is original with the exception of restored rigging.
Price: $4,850
359-1
Indian Squaw Tobacconist’s Figure
Anonymous
Circa 1880-1900
A small trade stimulator with headdress and costume suggesting identity...otherwise here face is more western than the stereotypical Indian maiden’s face. This delightful carving has a great attitude from any viewing angle and is in old paint; she stands atop the original base created from the full tree trunk of which it was carved. (Height: 41.5-inches; base measures: 13 by 12-inches.)
Price: On Request
589-5
Large Animated Whirligig
Washerwoman and Rocking Baby
Circa 1900
Powered by a twelve blade fan is the rotating cam; the washerwoman at work as the baby rocks within a shoofly; four other animated figures and rudder with cutout elephant. Constructed of copper, iron and sheet iron; traces or original paint. (Length: 48-inches; height: 21-inches.)
Price: $10,500
907-2
Standing Lion
Late 19th – Early 20th Century
Beautiful carving of lion on a base with long tail and one foot held up. High gloss varnish. Measures 5.5-inches by 9-inches. Found in Ohio.
Price: $1,100
125-12
Man Standing in Boat Whirligig
Late 19th – Early 20th Century
Interesting form. Remnants of old greenish-blue paint. No arms. Measures 15-inches by 3-inches by 12-inches.
Price: $1,500
125-2
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