A Rare And Exceptional
Brass Microscope and Case
Signed: Dolland. London
A rare example of a transitional stand, probably circa 1830; the piece retains late 18th century characteristics and others dating to the early 19th century such as the rotating and mechanical stage and the fine focus objective. The microscope signed "Dolland London" in script on one arm of the tripod base. A large microscope of lacquered brass with 7-inch long tube having rackwork adjustment, eyepiece and square pillar with rack-work focusing stage; knurled focusing wheels, plano / concave mirror and compass joint to tapering pillar with flat folding tripod "Y" foot. In mahogany case with fitted interior containing six objectives, Lieberkuhn lens; stage mounted forceps and more. Also bone/ivory sliders, stage inserts and a live box. All accessories fit within the fitted plush lined mahogany case with two brass latches and brass bale handles. There is a slight warping to the lid of the dovetailed case, otherwise fine. (Case 12 ½-inches x 9 ¼-inches x 4-inches, microscope 18 ¾-inches H.)
Price: $6,850
604-7
Mechanical Bank
Always Did 'Spise A Mule, Jockey
Circa 1897-1925
A good "jockey-over-version" by J & E Stevens Company, Cromwell, Connecticut. Sold as "Kicking Mule" during the period. When the lever is pressed, the mule kicks up and turns counter clockwise facing the opposite direction causing the boy to fall backwards as if kicked by the mule; coin slides into the slot. Very good original condition; paint at 90% (+); mechanically fine...trap appears to be replaced.
Price: $1,685
514-125
Gentleman's Letter Opener
Carved Eagle's Head
Exotic Wood and Whalebone
Gentleman's letter opener with a rosewood handle carved in the form of an eagle's head and a pan-bone cutlass blade. (Length: 11-inches.)
Price: $695
604-10
Miniature Feather Basket
In Original Brown Paint Surface
Very nicely woven. Excellent condition.
Dimensions: 3-inches high, 4.5-inches wide and deep.
Price: $850
573-11
Carved Snuff Box with Hidden Erotic Scene
Dimensions: 3.375-inch diameter, 1-inch height. Please write to drh@aaawt.com for additional photos.
Price: $2,350
335-89
Painted Wooden Strongbox
With black paint and white stamped decoration, oval escutcheon, and large iron hinges.
Condition: paint rubbed along edges.
Dimensions: 15.5-inches by 9.75-inches by 8.25-inches.
Price: $650
775-231
"The Wise Pig" Still Bank
By Hubley - SOLD
Dimensions: 6.75-inches high, 2.75-inches wide, 2.875-inches deep.
536-13 - SOLD
Small Glass & Paper Box
Finely made
19th Century
This box was a love token.
Dimensions: 2.5-inch diameter, 1-inch high.
Price: $1,050
249-11
Coin Silver Green Lens Eye Glasses
With Case
Dimensions: case is 5.25-inches long, glasses are 4.625-inches wide and 6.375-inches long.
Price: $180
335-70
Pair of Brass and Iron
Jamb Hooks
Early 19th Century
As depicted, excellent quality and great style; fine condition and retaining iron dovetail hanging devices. The brass face slides over the iron bracket which is screwed to wall allowing for hooks to be easily removed and cleaned.
Dimensions: 2.5-inches high, 4.5-inches wide, 4-inches deep.
Price: $775
424-10
Treen Box with Paint Decoration
American
19th Century
A 3.5-inch diameter box with threaded lid. It has a green band on the side of the cover. The paint decorated cover has the initials "C M B" in an interesting configuration. A nice little box. Not a commercial piece; possibly done as a gift. Measures 2-inches in height.
Price: $695
913-42
Large Firkin
In original red paint with carved, tapered handle and lapped bands
Dimensions: 18-inches high, 16.25-inch diameter.
Price: $1,550
510-14
18th Century Turned Wood Bowl
New England
Measures 4.5-inches in height and 13-inches in diameter.
Price: $2,175
348-37
Miniature Dome Top Wallpaper Box
19th Century
Measures 1.5-inches in height, 2.75-inches in width and 2.5-inches in depth.
Price: $1,450
775-205
Grain Painted Inkstand
Labeled "Chappel / Buffalo, NY"
Turned and grain painted inkstand with gilt trim on sides and ebonized and gilt decorated on top. The stand has 5 openings with three of the original glass inserts, and the original blue paper label on bottom for James L. Chappell of Buffalo, NY. The stand remains in very good condition with no chips or cracks. Measures 2.75-inches in height and 6-inches in diameter.
Price: $850
231-8
Poplar Vinegar Painted Spice Jar
Measures 6.5-inches in height.
Price: $3,500
116-17
Red Painted Furkin
Measures 11-inches in height and 11.75-inches in diameter.
Price: $725
348-161
14K Onyx Ring
Cameo of a Man
Price: $450
110-180
Blue Painted Wooden Bowl
Measures 4.75-inches in height and approximately 15-inches in diameter.
Price: $795
381-51
Cold Painted Austrian Bronze
Pheasant
Polychrome painted Austrian bronze of a strutting Asian pheasant with extraordinarily long tail feathers; marked with a shield shape over "6250" on bottom; very good condition with a few pinhead or smaller chips. (Height: 3.5-inches; length: 8-inches.)
Price: $525
710-24
Masonic Union Case
Gutta Percha case with label reading "GENUINE / UNION CASE, / IMPROVED. / Fine Gilt and Burnished Hinge. / S. PECK & CO., / MANUFACTURERS." Case is in excellent condition.
Dimensions: 3.5-inches by 3.25-inches.
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Price: $295
980-30
Copper Kettle
Three and a half gallon capacity
Late 19th Century
Price: $1,275
292-11
Shaker Style Hand Mirror
Approximately 10-inches h. Beveled oval mirror set in maple w/ tri-color wood beading. Small cracks at the top and near the handle, some loss of silvering on bottom edge of mirror.
Price: $165
514-40
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