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A wonderful piece of early 19th century make-do lighting. A section of an early pewter candlestick is riveted onto a boldly turned wooden base.
Rare and wonderful pair of miniature blue smoke decorated tin sconces; reacquired from a private collection.
This folky beaded cat set on a burgundy background fabric in a fabulous stepped frame will add a playful air to any Americana or Folk Art collection.
Early 19th century watercolor portrait presents a very attractive and fashionable young lady. She is set on a variegated blue background. Her face is delicate - narrow jaw-line, almond shaped eyes, feathered eyebrows, thin nose, and small mouth. Her clothing and hair, the most stylish fashions of the 1795 - 1820 time period, is luxuriously colored. The artist skillfully used shading and shadowing to illustrate the complexity and richness of her hairstyle and clothing.
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Two ca. 1840 closely related appliqued and embroidered potholders (they’re sisters, not twins). Clearly created by a talented artist, both pieces are thoughtfully designed for visual impact and as a display for the maker’s skills.
18th century painted Queen Anne mirror. Untouched looking glass with paint decorated scrolled crest above a molded and veneered frame. The crest is mortised into the frame, that is constructed with very tiny t-head nails.
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Classic Prior-Hamblin portrait of a young boy in a blue dress holding a toy rattle. His bright blue eyes ginger hair, fair skin tone, and vivid blue dress stand out dramatically in contrast with the dark background.
Rare pair sister and brother dolls, ca. 1890 with special features and wonderful expressions.
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