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18th century linen sewing pocket embroidered with a heart set among meandering vines and flowers

Rare 18th century New England embroidered sewing pocket features a charming heart set among flowering vines.  The body of the pocket is a fine linen with an overall design of meandering vines and flowers.  

red book artist silhouette ca. 1830

Red Book Artist, ca. 1830, probably New England.  The silhouette is hollow-cut, watercolor, gouache, and pen. She has the elongated thumb that is associated with the Red Book Artist and is framed in likely the original molded gilt frame.
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18th century slide lid box dated 1763 has excellent form, condition, surface, rarity

This wonderful 18th century slide lid box has excellent form and surface, superb condition, and rarity.  Pine and cherry, constructed with rose head nails, with a warm red wash surface. Carved from one piece of wood, the backboard of the box features a lollipop handle that echoes the one on the lid, and a unique ¾ circle shaped handle.

charming hooked rug of a blue house;folky motifs provide pops of color

A charming hooked rug of a blue house; the folky motifs provide pops of color and visual interest.

18th century tape loom with heart, ex-Lillian Cogan

No one loved hearts more than Lillian Cogan.  This 18th century tape loom belonged to her. 

18th century flame stitched man's pocketbook wallet

18th century man’s pocketbook.  Embroidered in wool flame stitch pattern on a canvas base.  Lined with cardboard, a common technique during that time to give stability.  This particular form of flame stitch is often seen in pieces that date from about 1760-1780.
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