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M25 Early 19th century original red painted Pennsylvania Server with applied dovetailed gallery featuring a tall, decoratively cut out backsplash with applied molding across the front of the top. Both doors are fully mortised and open to reveal a very clean, natural patina interior. The chamfered cut to the edges of legs give the appealing visual appearance of being splayed legs with the 8 ¼” clearance below. Circa 1800 – 1820s.

**SOLD** M50 Impressive late 19th century Country Store Coffee Bin advertising “100 LBS. Pan Handle Coffee” on the front and “Panhandle Coffee is the Best ***100 LBS***” on top of the lid. This wooden Country Store Coffee Bin retains its great, original blue painted surface with yellow stenciled lettering.

**SOLD** M45 Early utility basket with its original dark green paint on the rim and handles and a lighter green paint on the sides. Tightly woven, double handled rectangular design with steamed and bent, notched handles and a double wrapped, double rim.

**SOLD** M33 Exceptional late 19th century single sided wood Advertising Sign for: “W. Schell Groceries” “Seasonable Vegetables And Fruit”. Single sided with the lettering being hand painted in black with light blue, red, and mustard yellow shadowing on a white background. A black painted border surrounds the edges and it is signed by artist - “Weiser” - in the lower right corner. One board construction with early iron eye hooks in top. Circa 1890s-1900.

M38 19th century round candle lantern with hinged door that opens freely for access to the sturdy interior candle socket.

M49 19th century Folk Art Iron heart motif doormat constructed of individually handmade and bent heart shapes hooked together in a way that allows them to mold perfectly into the one next to it. These highly desirable heart mats were sometimes referred to as “mud mats” or “sweetheart mats”. Circa 1880s-1920s.

M57 19th century sturdy hand-woven thick oak splint swing handle Basket from Pennsylvania. Nicely woven with a single wrapped, double rim with notched posts that secure the squared, hand-hewn swing handle to the basket

M56 Exceptional 19th century Pennsylvania Bin with divided interior in its original blue painted surface with cut out ends and decorative cut out drop apron. Battens inside the lid have kept the lid from twisting / warping over the years. The wood is pine with square head nail construction. Circa 1850s.

B637 Early 19th century Pennsylvania Salt Box/ Wall Box with the original red paint. Dovetailed case featuring an arched back with hole for hanging. The wood is walnut. Circa 1820.

M58 19th century round woven splint oak swing handle basket with original surface, bearing a thick, sturdy hand-carved steamed and bent swing handle that is notched and woven into the sides. The double wooden rim is double wrapped for added strength. The tightly woven bottom includes a deeply bumped-up interior.

**SOLD** M53 Vintage diecast iron doorstop depicting a Wood Duck bearing its original painted surface. This style doorstop is from the Victorian period through the 1940's.

RM1626 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania hanging corner candle shelf retaining its original red painted surface. Shelf features two diamond shaped mirror inserts to reflect the candlelight and a decorative cut out top with hole for hanging. Tiny square head and wire nail construction. Circa 1850s. Measurements: 8 ½” deep x 17" tall. Each of the diamond shaped areas measures 7 ½” wide x 5 ½” tall.

RM1626 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania hanging corner candle shelf retaining its original red painted surface. Circa 1850s.

J234 19th century original gray painted Mortar and Pestle. Each part is turned from one solid piece of wood.

RM1627 19th century Pennsylvania wooden Scouring Box / Wall Box retaining its original blue paint

**SOLD** L506 Early 18th century New England original red painted stepback cupboard with applied bracket base bearing original black painted surface. Original rat tail hinges and hardware. Molded edges surround each of the doors. Interior has a ‘dirty dish shelf’ and bears natural patina surface. The wood is pine with rosehead nail construction. Circa 1720s-1740s.

L372H Early 19th century Hog Scraper Wedding ring / band Candlestick. No evidence of ever having a finger curl at the top. Working push-up tab is unmarked. Sturdy sheet iron construction with metal wedding band. Dark, natural surface. Circa 1800-1820. Measurements: 4" diameter base x ~7 ½” tall.

L372H Early 19th century Hog Scraper Wedding ring / band Candlestick. Working push-up tab is unmarked. Sturdy sheet iron construction with metal wedding band. Circa 1800-1820.

**SOLD** M21 Wooden plate with remnants of red paint on the bottom and dark, natural patina interior. Plate boasts a wide lipped edge and rests on an ever so slightly raised foot. Both sides of this plate show evidence of use. Out of round.

G670 Beautiful 19th century original dry blue painted pantry box in outstanding condition. heavy construction ,with steamed and bent sides secured with tiny wooden pegs and tacks. Great natural patina inside. Very sturdy.

L41 Mid 19th century Pennsylvania Child's Chest of Drawers retaining gray painted surface. Chest features four dovetailed drawers resting on decorative cut out base.

M32 Early hand-woven splint basket featuring a double-wrapped double-rim with notched, steamed and bent swing handle and reinforced bottom in its original blue-gray painted surface. The oval top opening tapers to a rectangular shaped bottom. Natural patina interior.

D451 Late 19th century Pennsylvania geometric hooked rug, with variegated diamonds and triangles constructed of various types of materials hooked on burlap. Professionally mounted and ready for hanging.

M29 19th century oversized tin Wall Sconce with the large round, fluted edged reflector bearing an intricate crimped/embossed pattern on its entirety, and a fluted drip cup below the single candle socket. All solder seams are secure.

Z444 Late 19th century Produce Crib bearing its original apple green painted surface. Sturdy wooden basket made from dowels and a wooden bottom – with spaces between the dowels for ventilation. Small wire nail construction.

E364 19th century North Carolina Wall Box/ Pipe Box with the original black paint, square head nail construction, the wood is yellow pine.

H1072 York County, Pennsylvania drysink with overhanging dovetailed drawer and mortised stretcher bearing light mustard over original yellow painted surface. Circa 1850s.

M20 Nice early wooden treenware carved dish / plate bearing natural patina surface with great wear and evidence of heavy use on both sides. Unmarked.

**SOLD** M15B Group of five (5) flat backed tin cookie cutters featuring various silhouettes of Horses. All solder joints are secure.

M23 Group of two (2) Sailor made Pie Crimpers with Scrimshaw Whalebone crimper wheels and delicately turned wood handles with finials – one of the handles bears remnants of original white paint.

J41 Early 20th century double sided Restaurant Advertising Trade Sign painted on a wooden fan blade. One side reads “OYSTER STEW 25c” and the reverse side reads “PORK & BEANS”.

J42 Early 20th century double sided Restaurant Advertising Trade Sign painted on a wooden fan blade. One side reads “HOT DRINKS OF ALL KINDS” and the reverse side reads “PORK & BEANS”

L83 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania original paint decorated pie safe with twelve very ornate tins The tins retain remnants of green painted surfaces.

L412 19th century New England Pantry Box with beautiful original dry mustard painted surface and clean, natural patina interior. Steamed and bentwood construction with overlapping sides being secured with small tacks.

K37 Early 19th century hand wrought Sampler with two sets of alphabets in varying stitch styles with a very intricate floral and vine outer border and detailed inner border and row dividers. The blues, greens, ecru and tans are hand stitched onto a linen background. The maker stitched: “Eliza Johnson Dennys'es work aged 8 years Aprile the 25th 1824" along the bottom rows, along with a central verse with flowers on each side.

**SOLD** L181C 19th century mortar and pestle with simply turned footed base bearing old blue painted surface.

**SOLD** M12 Early 19th century wooden Peel Board / Cutting board with shaped handle and hole for hanging with remnants of its original blue painted surface on one side and natural patina on the reverse. The runners you see showing are actually the bottom of the peel board, but for display purposes, it looks more interesting with the runners showing.

G928 Very rare and unusual Cambridge Maryland Crock S.E. LE COMPT Hills Point MD store advertising stoneware crock. Rare Stoneware Jar with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Baltimore, MD origin, circa 1875,

M14 19th century Redware Bowl / Plate with beautiful deep reddish orange color and crimped edge. The back is blackened from age and use.

**SOLD** L246 19th century New England Bail Handle Pantry Box with the original old dry dark blue painted surface. The overlapping bentwood sides are secured with small metal tacks. The sides of the Box are fitted with a pair of oval stamped tin handle mounts that secure an arched wire swing handle with wooden hand grip bearing black painted surface.

**SOLD** L246 19th century New England Bail Handle Pantry Box with the original old dry dark blue painted surface. The overlapping sides secured with small metal tacks. The sides of the Box are fitted with a pair of oval stamped tin handle mounts that secure an arched wire swing handle with wooden hand grip bearing black painted surface.

**SOLD** H83 Peg Rack with ten wooden pegs featuring chamfered edges in original dry, red painted surface. Each peg is mortised through the back.

**SOLD** RM1624 Round wooden cutting / bread board with beautiful original blue painted edge. The working surface bears natural patina with wear and chop marks indicative of years of use.

**SOLD** RM1625 19th century Mail Pocket / Wall Box featuring shaped sides and a tall, shaped back with hole for hanging in its original blue painted surface. Tiny wire nail construction. Circa 1870 - 1890.

M17 Original grey painted butter press / mold / stamp depicting hand-carved Cow with sprig of pine and geometric shapes encircled with a series of carved rings. Solid wood with great patina.

M16F Hand carved Folk Art carved and painted Fish Decoy from Michigan retaining remnants of its original green, black and brown painted surface with carved details for mouth and gills. Solid wood body with metal weights embedded into the underbelly. Unkn carver in the Cadillac, Michigan style.

M16K Hand carved and painted Frog shaped Fish Decoy with large painted tack eyes and metal legs / feet. The carver of this whimsical fish decoy is identified as Raymond “Ray” Veihl of Michigan. Solid wooden body with stationery metal fins featuring painted details to match the body paint and a metal weight embedded into the underbelly.

M16g Hand carved Folk Art Pike shaped / painted Fish Decoy from Michigan featuring original silver surface with black and blue spots and carved details for mouth and gills. Wooden body with stationery metal fins featuring painted details to match the body paint. Painted eyes. Solid wood body with a metal weight embedded into the underbelly. Unknown Michigan Carver.

L532 Stunning 18th century Pennsylvania Blanket Chest with three dovetailed drawers bearing old blue (19th century) paint over original pumpkin painted surface. Chest retains its original strap hinges and working crab lock with key. Dovetailed case with applied molding surrounding the lid, resting on an applied bracket base with tall cut out feet. Clean, natural patina interior boasts a lidded til with molded edge and a very unique “locking system” for the drawers below. Rosehead nail and wooden pegged construction. Circa 1750s. Measurements: 50” wide x 22” deep x 26 ½” tall.

L532 Stunning 18th century Pennsylvanian Blanket Chest with three dovetailed drawers bearing old blue (19th century) paint. Chest retains its original strap hinges and working crab lock with key. Dovetailed case with applied molding, natural patina interior boasts a lidded til with molded edge and a very unique “locking system” 1750s.

**SOLD** M10 19th Century Pennsylvania extraordinary wooden bowl in original blue paint. Bowl boasts a chamfered interior lip with a distinct molded rim around the top outer edge and rests on an ever so slightly raised foot. Bold form showing strong evidence of slow lathe turnings on the interior of the bowl – which also retains natural patina surface with evidence of lathe turnings and wear/chop marks from use. Out of round. Very sturdy bowl with a hole on one end for hanging purposes. Measurements: 11” x 10” diameter x 2”-2 ¼” deep, depending on where measured. The slightly raised foot area measures 4” x 3 ½” diameter.

**SOLD** M10 19th Century Pennsylvania wooden bowl in original blue paint. Bowl boasts a chamfered interior lip with a distinct molded rim around the top outer edge and rests on an ever so slightly raised foot. Natural patina interior. Out of round.

M13 19th century Pennsylvania round wooden cutting board with lollipop shaped top bearing remnants of red wash painted surface and natural patina on each side with evidence of chop / slice marks from years of use. The shaped top has a hole for hanging purposes.

**SOLD** K1539 Heart shaped hand braided rug / mat with fabrics featuring reds, black, blues, white and a hint of orange colors.

L466 19th Century Pennsylvania Hepplewhite one drawer stand featuring tall, delicately tapered legs retaining its original blue painted surface. A unique raised lip and chamfered edges surround the top. Dovetailed drawer. Circa 1840s.

**SOLD** L433 19th century Pennsylvania set of drawers bearing original salmon painted surface with applied molding surrounding the front and top. Circa 1840-1850’s.

H933 19th century Adverting Sign for “M. HUTCHINS MARSDEN” “CHIROPODIST” in white lettering on a dark blue sand painted background. The double-sided sign is painted on a single board with one side having slightly molded edges.

**SOLD** K195E 19th century treenware square hand carved wooden mortar chopping bowl / soap dish bearing original red painted surface. A raised lipped edge surrounds the opening. Natural patina interior boasts extensive wear indicative of age and use.

i856 19th century Pennsylvania Document Box with spectacular blue painted surface bearing "C.A.H.” “1845” exceptionally hand painted in mustard with black painted shadowing on the front. Natural patina interior. Dovetailed case.

M15A 19th century oversized flat back tin cookie cutter featuring a large Horse. All solder joints are secure.

M16B Hand carved Folk Art Pike shaped / painted Fish Decoy from Michigan featuring original green, yellow and red painted surface and carved details for mouth and gills. Wooden body with stationery tin fins featuring painted details on all tin to match the body paint. Painted eyes. Carver identified as Buriss.

M16A Hand carved Folk Art Frog shaped fish decoy from Michigan featuring large tack eyes, carved mouth, tin legs and original painted surface with imbedded lead weight on the underbelly. Signed with initials “DP” on bottom.

M16C Hand carved Folk Art Perch shaped / painted Fish Decoy from Michigan retaining remnants of its original green, white, black and red painted surface and carved details for mouth and gills. Wooden body with stationery tin fins and tack eyes. . Unknown carver in the Cadillac, Michigan style.

SB24 Exquisite early 19th century miniature Pennsylvania paint decorated blanket chest retaining its original overall mottled and stripe mustard paint decorated surface with a central heart in red paint. Six board, finely dovetailed construction with square head nails securing the bottom. Molded edges surround the top and bottom. Clean, natural patina interior with lidded til inside. The wood is pine with applied turned walnut feet. Circa 1820s.

F526 19th century New England Pantry Box in its dry original Windsor green paint. Steamed and bentwood sides with opposing fingered body and lid secured with tacked and wooden pegged construction. Circa 1850s.

L329 19th century snall hand hewn solid wooden Trencher retaining its beautiful dark blue painted surface with natural patina interior. Notched handles on each end and slice/chop marks on the interior. There is evidence of a very early glued repair to one end, which does not affect the integrity of the bowl in any way. Circa 1850s. Measurements: 17 ½” long x 9 ½” wide x 2 ¼” deep.

L329 19th century small hand hewn solid wooden Trencher retaining its beautiful dark blue painted surface with natural patina interior. Notched handles on each end and slice/chop marks on the interior. Circa 1850s.

M8 Early 1900s wooden Treenware Sugar Shaker / “Muffineer” with acorn finial - used for sprinkling sugar, pepper and spices – particularly cinnamon – over food (generally muffins). This solid wooden example is marked ‘France’ on bottom and shows evidence of a very early glue repair to the base. Measurements: 3” bottom diameter x 7” tall.

M8 Early 1900s wooden Treenware Sugar Shaker / “Muffineer” with acorn finial - used for sprinkling sugar and spices over food.

L161 Early 19th century Pennsylvania glass door hanging corner cupboard with applied molding on top and bottom bearing its original mustard painted surface.

G242 Mid-19th century bucket bench from Lancaster County PA. Circa 1840. The bucket bench retains the old grey painted surface over the original red wash.

**SOLD** M7 Beautiful hand-woven and hand-knotted wool rug that is believed to be a Kazak-style Rug with striking geometric designs known as tribal motifs and a distinct center medallion in very desirable reds and blues.

M5 Stunning hand-woven and hand-knotted wool rug that is believed to be an Oushak-style Rug boasting a salmon-colored background and blue background border featuring a beautiful center medallion surrounded by geometric designs. Oushak rugs originate from the Usak region in Western Turkey and are known for their large-scale floral / geometric motifs and center medallions constructed with a high-quality wool pile.

RM1623 Trenton, New Jersey Contract m1861 – stamped NJ – and dated 1863. This example of the model 1861 .58 caliber Springfield type rifle musket was contracted to the U.S. Government by James T. Hodge & Addison M. Burt of the Trenton Locomotive and Machine Company, Trenton, New Jersey. The Trenton contract was received on December 26, 1861, for 50,000 rifles, but only delivered 11,500 in 1863. Their full production only numbered approximately 22,000.

RM1622 Folk Art hand carved and painted wooden block-cut style Uncle Sam whirligig mounted on wooden base. Uncle Sam features carved hair/facial and coat/vest/hat details all painted in a patriotic red, white and blue theme. He is holding a flag in each hand, and the arms spin freely to depict ‘waving the flags’. Measurements: Overall height is 23 ¼” tall. Base measures 6” wide x 5 ½” deep.

RM1622 Folk Art hand carved and painted wooden block-cut style Uncle Sam whirligig featuring carved hair/facial and coat/vest/hat details and spinning arms - all painted in a patriotic red, white and blue theme.

S535 Mortised Stool with the old gray paint over the original red, the drop aprons on each side are mortised into the legs and boast a series of decorative 1/8" beading that runs the length of the stool. The shaped legs are mortised through the top and feature cut out feet.

**SOLD** M9 Hubley Co. Cast Iron figural Horse Boot Scraper - prominently marked ‘5700’ on the very bottom and the underside of the bridge below the Horse. Surface shows evidence of several layers of paint. Circa 1920s-1950s. Image Properties Increase 286 Apply Decrease

L535 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania one door storage cupboard retaining old green painted surface over original red paint. Dovetailed case with applied molding surrounding the top and resting on dovetailed applied feet with nice cut out. Mortised door opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior. Circa 1850s.

K115 Maryland Swan decoy - bearing second coat of working paint and tack eyes. Unknown carver. Heavy, solid wood - with evidence of water use / damage on bottom. Traces of rig initials (unreadable) painted in black on bottom.

H515 Full sized Canadian Goose Decoy with carved feathers and distinct shelf neck. Original staple and two, very primitive, crossed weights are intact on bottom. Talbot County, Maryland decoy – however the exact carver is unknown.

L520 Pennsylvania Federal style Chest of Drawers bearing its original red painted surface with five (5) dovetailed drawers in a two over three graduated drawer configuration. A decorative cut-out apron at the bottom adorns the front and the ends also feature decorative cut out feet. Circa 1840s.

D513 Eastern Shore Maryland gathering basket very unususl form and shape with original white and soldier blue paint. with a double wrapped rim, nice high steamed and bent handle

K1572 Late 19th century Pennsylvania candlestand featuring a sturdy center post resting on mortised tripod legs bearing old blue paint over an early apple green paint.

L195 19th century Pennsylvania hanging set of four drawers bearing its green painted surface. Drawers have molded edges. Small wire nail construction with original knobs. The wood is pine. Circa 1870s.

**SOLD** L467 18th century New England Queen Anne splay leg table with canted, dovetailed drawer and padded feet in original red painted surface. The beautiful one-board oval top is secured to the apron with wooden pegs and the drawer stretchers and apron boards are fully mortised and pegged into the delicately turned splay legs.

L32A Early 19th century wooden bowl bearing its beautiful yellow painted surface with great wear and natural patina interior.

L398 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania eight (8) drawer apothecary / set of drawers with original red painted surface. Chest features graduated drawers and a slight shelf at the top. Square head nail construction. Circa 1850s-1860s. Measurements: 13 ¾” wide x 6 ¼” deep x 18 ¾” tall.

L398 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania eight (8) drawer apothecary / set of drawers with original red painted surface. Circa 1850s-1860s.

H86 Jeanne Davies water color of little Girl with flowers (1936 - ) 20th Century New Jersey/ Pennsylvania Modern Folk Artist best known for her landscapes, farm scenes, family portraits and Amish life subjects.

J352 19th century Pennsylvania original Soldier Blue painted Cutlery tray / knife box with curved center divider featuring an oval cutout for carrying purposes. Slightly canted sides. Square head nail construction. Circa 1840 – 1850’s.

L483 Early 19th century Pennsylvania painted pine School Master's Desk with original dry blue paint and the initials “B.M.” prominently painted on the back. Desk rests on gracefully tapered hepplewhite legs that are mortised and pegged to the apron. Applied molding secured with sturdy square head nails surrounds the slanted lift lid.

**SOLD** J323 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania Apple Box in old red painted surface over the original gray paint. Box features nicely canted sides and a raised footed base.)

K164 19th century cobalt blue decorated Stoneware Crock attributed to Remmey of Philadelphia, PA. Ovoid shape with tooled shoulder, decorated flared collar with squared rim and applied lug handles. Fantastic hand brushed Cobalt fan-shaped flowers and leaves encircle the crock along the shoulder. Circa 1840s-1860s.

H170 Early wooden framed mirror with original wavy glass mirror. Original black paint with white lettering depicting “NO TRUST” along the top, and “LIVE AND LET LIVE” along the bottom edge.

M4 Unique Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Drysink with the original salmon paint. Great form featuring a dovetailed well with nice, high back and shaped sides, resting on very unusual high cut-out feet. The door is mortised and pegged and opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior with shelves. Circa 1820s-1840s.

**SOLD** L533 Small mid-19th century Pennsylvania blanket chest bearing old blue painted surface. Six board dovetailed construction resting on applied feet. Applied molding surrounds the lid. Circa 1860s.

L507 19th century Pennsylvania slide lid Box in its original dry-green painted surface with the initials “H. L. A.” and the date “1862” painted in white on the front. A carved finger notch in the front edge of the lid allows easy opening of the smoothly sliding lid – which opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior.

**SOLD** L499 Small 19th century New England firkin bearing original green painted surface. Staved and bentwood construction with wooden swing handle. Overlapping fingers on all bands are secured with small tacks. Natural patina interior.

L502 Early 19th century New England covered wooden Firkin retaining original dark green paint with “S.S. WING” surrounded with detailed scroll decoration painted in black on the top of the lid. Nice dry, original painted surface. Constructed of tongue and groove softwood staved sides with overlapping finger wood bands secured with tiny copper tacks. The wood handle is secured with wood peg attachments.

**SOLD** RM1621 Late 19th century New England small firkin bearing old blue painted surface. Staved and bentwood construction with wire bail swing handle with wooden handle grip. Overlapping fingers on lid and the bands securing the sides are all secured with wire staples.

L504 Large 19th century hand chopped solid wooden Trencher bearing original green painted surface. There are hand hewn marks evident throughout exterior with excessive chop/slice marks on the interior of this large trencher. a large inlaid heart-shaped “make-do” repair in the bottom center due to extensive use over the years. Circa 1850s. Approximate measurements: 23 ½” long x 13” wide x 5 ¼” deep.

L504 Large 19th century hand chopped solid wooden Trencher bearing original green painted surface. a large inlaid heart-shaped “make-do” repair in the bottom Circa 1850s.

**SOLD** M3 19th century German style Noah's Ark with Noah and his wife as well as ten pairs of detailed animals. Many of the animals have real hide-covered bodies. The wood appears to be pine with small wire nail construction. Ark and ramp retain original red painted surface.

L510 Wooden plate with wide lipped edge resting on a slightly raised foot. Dark, natural patina with tight age cracks and surface wear. Out of round.

**SOLD** L73 Early 19th century iron “hog scraper” push up candlestick with finger curl at top in old tomato red painted surface. Tight, unmarked, working push-up thumb tab. Surface pitting and wear indicative of age and use. Very sturdy and tight.

L511 Early wooden treenware plate with nice turned, raised lipped edge retaining a great, worn surface with natural patina.

**SOLD** L536 19th century Pennsylvania hanging cupboard in original red painted surface featuring applied molding around top and bottom and a nicely molded edge surrounding the split panel door. Door is wooden pegged construction and opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior with shelves. Circa 1850s.

**SOLD** L498 Small 19th century Shaker firkin bearing original dry, red painted surface. Thick walled staved and bentwood construction with wire bail swing handle with wooden handle grip that is secured to the firkin with diamond shaped bail plates.

**SOLD** L500 Small 19th century New England firkin bearing original blue painted surface. Thick walled staved and bentwood construction with wire bail swing handle with wooden handle grip. Overlapping finger on all three wooden bands are secured with small copper tacks and a tiny copper wire staple at the tips.

L501 19th century New England original gray painted firkin with tongue and grooved staved sides secured with steamed and bentwood bands. Each band is secured with small tacks and one tiny staple at the end of the fingerlap. Remnants of paper label on lid. Nice wear.

J266 Unusual New England one drawer table with backsplash retaining its stunning original robin egg blue painted surface. Rounded corners with applied breadboard ends on the top.

L503 19th Century New England Trencher with original green paint. Wonderful hand-hewn surface. The inside of the trencher bears natural patina surface with evidence of chop marks and a hole in one end for hanging purposes.

L534 Small sized 18th century New England original red painted pine blanket chest with dovetailed case and applied bracket base with nice cut out feet. Applied simple molded edges surround the lid. The clean, natural patina interior boasts a lidded till and original strap hinges.

**SOLD** L479 Early 19th century Pennsylvania mortised stool with old blue painted surface. The splayed legs are double mortised through the top and end in cut out feet. Each side is adorned with a beaded edge and shaped end drop aprons that are mortised into the legs.

RM1620 Single sided wooden sign advertising “Headquarters of the Ladies of the G.A.R.” in black lettering on a discolored white painted background. Original eye hooks remain in the top for hanging purposes. Unsigned.

L155 Sweet, small sized 19th century looking glass with the original mirror encased in a molded edge frame retaining its original blue painted surface. Nice, original surface with great wear.

**SOLD** L509 Wooden treenware plate bearing an incised ring on outer edge and lipped rim and slightly rounded bottom. Exceptional wear, chop marks and patina created by time and extensive use.

**SOLD** L508 Nice! Small wooden plate bearing its original beautiful, dry black painted surface with incised rings around the outside lip and a distinct raised footed base. Faint lathe marks are visible on interior and exterior. Slightly out of round.

L512 Wooden plate with extensive wear on edges and "P" carved into the bottom of the slightly raised foot. Natural patina surface. Out of round.

H288 Early to mid-19th century General Store Trade Sign for "R.G. Page." advertising "W. I. Goods & Groceries" on one end, and "Eng. Goods & Crockery" on the opposite end. Sign is from Vermont.

**SOLD** L428 Early 19th century original pumpkin painted document box bearing original pumpkin painted surface. Original cotter pin / snipe hinges and hand forged iron hasp and lock plate remain intact. Interior is covered with newspapers (dated 1840) and a floral motif wallpaper. Circa 1830s.

**SOLD** RM1619 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania Apple Box in original blue painted surface with canted sides. Nice wear inside indicative of many years of use. Square head nail construction.

L505 Hand carved wooden Beaver fishing decoy with leather tail, imbedded metal weights, tin legs and tack eyes. Original painted surface.

L470 Early 19th century New England Mule Chest with old blue painted surface featuring hinged lift lid storage area over three dovetailed drawers with beaded edges and original hardware, resting on tall cut out feet. Applied battens on underside of lid. The wood is pine with square head nail construction. Natural patina interior. Circa 1800-1820.

L541 Late 18th to early 19th century Pennsylvania pin top worktable with an extra thick one-board top and mortised and pegged apron resting on sturdy, gradually tapered legs bearing its original creamy yellow painted surface.

L537 Early 19th century one door cupboard with original painted surface, dovetailed case and beautiful, fully mortised raised panel door that retains its working lock with key. Applied molding surrounds the top and cupboard rests on applied bracket base with cut out feet. Clean, natural patina interior with sturdy shelves for storage. The wood is pine with square head nail construction.

**SOLD** L538 Unique 18th century Pennsylvania Settle / Bed with shaped ends in the original dry yellow painted surface. The seat folds down to rest on applied feet and opens to reveal a hired man’s bed with tall sides. Hand forged iron brackets and hooks secure the bed in its stored position. The wood is pine with large rosehead nails and square head nail construction. Circa 1780-1800.

**SOLD** RM1616 Late 19th century Pennsylvania slide lid Box in its early, dry-pumpkin painted surface. Slightly chamfered edges along the top. A carved finger notch in the end of the lid allows easy opening of the smoothly sliding lid – which opens to reveal a divided interior with clean, natural patina. The wood is pine with dovetail and square head nail construction.

**SOLD** L477 Set of two early 20th century graduated sized dry measures in early dry blue painted surfaces. Both are constructed of steamed and bent wood with bottoms being secured with tiny wooden pegs and overlapping sides being secured with tacks. The largest one is branded inside the bottom: “MADE BY E.B. FRYE WILTON NH”. The smaller one is branded twice on the outer bottom side with “W.S.1912” towards the center, and “1914” is branded below that.

**SOLD** J423 Large 4-fingered Shaker oval pantry box with 4 finely shaped tapered fingers. Steamed and bentwood constructed with a pine top and bottom and very thin maple or birch sides held in place with extremely tiny square nails and brass tacks. The fingers themselves are also secured with hand wrought brass tacks. Original yellow painted surface bears the patina that can only come with time and use and shows normal usual wear and discoloration for its age. Clean interior. Measurements: 11 7/8” x 8 ¼” oval x 4 ¾” tall.

**SOLD** J423 Large 4-fingered Shaker oval pantry box with 4 finely shaped tapered fingers. Steamed and bentwood sides held in place with extremely tiny square nails and brass tacks. The fingers themselves are also secured with hand wrought brass tacks. Original yellow painted surface bears the patina that can only come with time and use and shows normal usual wear and discoloration for its age.

M1 R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) Havre de Grace, Maryland Canvasback Hen Sleeper Decoy. Original painted surface with faint remnants of signature on bottom.

**SOLD** RM1618 Pair of deeply branded Havre de Grace, Maryland Canvasback Decoys with Charles Barnard (1876-1958) bodies that were re-headed at some point with Robert “Bob” McGaw (1879-1958) heads. Both decoys are branded "JP" on the bottoms

RM1617 Late 18th Century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania hand carved and folk decorated powder horn with wooden bottom that is adorned with several different carved rings, patterns and symbols, including an Eagle with Shield as well as a vine of intricate leaves.

L469 Unique early 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania original mustard painted two-piece stepback cupboard boasting an unusual configuration resting on an applied bracket base with cut out feet. The layout of the top consists of two fully mortised and pegged 6-windowlite doors that open to reveal shelves with plate grooves and a spoon rack along the front edge of the middle shelf. The layout of the lower part of the cupboard consists of three drawers over two mortised and pegged panel doors. The base of the cupboard is dovetailed. Nice, deeply beaded edges surround all doors and drawers and also adorn the internal edges of the backboards. Circa 1820’s.

**SOLD** SB22 Exceptionally detailed painting depicting a wooden Canvasback Drake Decoy facing right with attached rope and weight. Signed "Ewing" in lower right corner. Oil on wood. (NOTE: The documented artist is William O. Ewing, III (b.1945), known as “Bill”, from West Chester, Pennsylvania.)

**SOLD** SB23 Fantastic oil on wood painting depicting a wooden Canvasback Drake Decoy facing left with a very detailed fishing fly in the foreground. Signed "Ewing" in lower right corner. (NOTE: The documented artist is William O. Ewing, III (b.1945), known as “Bill”, from West Chester, Pennsylvania.)

L527 Hand carved Folk Art Chicken with glass eyes, branded on bottom “JOE S. ROBINSON SMYRNA DEL” Great carved details. Mounted on a diamond shaped base for display purposes.

**SOLD** L531 Early 1900's toleware dough riser bowl with lid in beautiful paint decorated surface on red painted background.

L525 Early 1900s Tin Bouillotte (pronounced ‘BOO-lot’) Twin Desk Lamp. The wonderful tole painted surface consists of tiny leaves stenciled in gold on a black background. Great condition with original finial.

**SOLD** L540 Late 18th century Pennsylvania one door cupboard bearing original red painted surface and great lambs tongue molded corners with applied molding surrounding the top and resting on an applied bracket base with molded edge and tall cut out feet. Deeply beaded edges surround the fully mortised and pegged door that opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior with a solid 1” thick shelf for storage.

**SOLD** H1028 Stunning 18th century Pennsylvania walnut birdcage tilt-top candlestand retaining old blue painted surface, pegged birdcage with original hardware. This wonderful candlestand boasts a carved dish rim encircling the top, nice turnings on the center column and birdcage and tall arched legs. Circa 1760’s-1790s.

L539 19th century identified and dated original green painted box – with “Rufus Prince 1848 – 1849” painted in yellow with visible remnants of yellow pinstriping along the edges of the box. Natural patina interior. The wood is pine, with a combination of “T” nails and small square head nail construction. NOTE: Rufus Prince (1829-1883) was from Bangor, Penobscot, Maine.

L526 Large letter ‘H’ in gold leaf paint. Heavy, stone-like construction.

**SOLD** D253a 19th century Pennsylvania round wooden cutting board with shaped top bearing remnants of blue painted edges and natural patina on each side with evidence of chop / slice marks from years of use. The shaped top has a hole for hanging purposes. The wood is pine.

**SOLD** L485 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania miniature chest of drawers bearing original bittersweet red painted surface. Two drawers over three drawer configuration with applied molding around the top, resting on a fantastic tall, cut-out base. The drawer stretchers are mortised into the sides and all five of the dovetailed drawers are completely functional. Circa 1860s.

RM1613 19th century New England stamped Two Gallon Stoneware Crock with Eagle and Flag Decoration. Straight sided salt-glazed crock with applied handles, stamped “2” “gallon from Maine from 1876-1892.

RM1615 Late 18th Century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania hand carved and folk decorated powder horn with wooden bottom that is adorned with several different carved rings, patterns and symbols, including a Stag and Tree as well as the initials JR and HB.

J168 19th century York County, Pennsylvania painted pine dry sink with overhanging drawer retaining original black painted surface. Delicately scalloped cut out apron adorns the front. The well boasts shaped ends and the interior of the well retains remnants of old red paint and bears extensive wear from years of use. Drawer is dovetailed. Doors are fully mortised with nicely beaded edges. Circa 1820’s.

Y202 Early 19th century Dome Top Chest from the Durgan Farm in Stafford, New Hampshire. Joseph Davis was said to be a frequent guest at the Farm. This is one of what was a pair of Chests that belong to the Durgan’s Daughters. They were displayed at "The Art institute of Chicago" in 1974 “Three American Watercolor Arts".

**SOLD** L528 Folk Art oil painting by Arthur E. Glazier (East Berlin, Pennsylvania, 1928-2015) depicting a Church and House by the palm tree lined water’s edge. The Church boasts large stained-glass windows and a large “REVIVAL” banner hanging on its front. Children dressed as angels are among the lively group of people heading towards the Church. Hand painted on a wooden handled breadboard and is prominently signed “A. Glazier”.

**SOLD** L515 19th century solid wooden Trencher bearing old robin egg blue painted surface. Hand-hewn handles on each end with excellent wear and chop marks on interior. Two large candle burn marks on the exterior and several tight cracks with make-do repairs and staples relate to extensive use over the years. Circa 1850s.

N442 Blue over original blue painted pantry box. Steamed and bent side construction secured with tiny tacks. Natural patina interior. Measurements: 8" diameter x 3 ¾” tall.

N442 Beautiful Blue over original blue painted pantry box. Steamed and bent side construction secured with tiny tacks. Natural patina interior.

L529 Folk Art hand-carved wooden Soldier with original painted surface. Nice carved and painted details throughout. Solid wood construction from a single piece of wood.

H971 Exceptional 18th century New England pine mule chest in original red painted surface. The tightly dovetailed drawer, mortised tapered battens inside the lid, a molded edge around underside of lid, tall cut out ends and a beautiful cut out drop apron are just a few details showing the remarkable workmanship in this piece! "T" nail construction.

H518 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania one drawer Hepplewhite table in original vibrant yellow painted surface with remnants of black pinstripe decoration. The drawer is dovetailed front and back. Great wear on top.

**SOLD** RM1611 Revolutionary War Oil Painting on canvas depicting General John Copper of the 7th Virginia Regiment. Signed “F D W” in lower left corner.

**SOLD** RM1614 19th century Half-Peck / Quarter-Peck Measure in the original blue painted surface. Wooden staved sides secured with three iron bands. Nice condition with great original surface.

**SOLD** RM1612 Exceptional, very early, oil painting depicting an American flagged ship at full sail on choppy waters with a lighthouse in the distance. A red, swallow-tailed pennant atop the center mast bears the letter “R”. Oil on canvas. Unsigned.

L372g Early 19th century Wedding band hog scraper candle stick with remnants of maker's stamp on the working push-up tab. No evidence of ever having a finger curl.

**SOLD** L522 Hand carved Folk Art Yellow Perch shaped / painted Fish Decoy featuring original red, green and black painted surface and carved details for mouth and gills. Wooden body with stationery tin fins and embedded weight in underbelly. Painted eyes.

L524 Nice! Cast Iron Boot Scrape depicting a Green Wing Teal Duck in great original polychrome painted surface with very realistic colors. Very heavy.

**SOLD** L523 Hand carved Folk Art Fish Decoy featuring original green, yellow, black and red painted and decorated surface with carved details for mouth and gills. Solid wooden body with stationery tin fins with painted details to match the body, tack eyes and a metal weights embedded into the underbelly.

L516 19th century New England miniature blanket chest with old red painted surface featuring tall cut out feet, decorative apron and applied moldings. Natural patina interior. Circa 1860s-1880s.

**SOLD** L486 Very early 19th century pair of Framed Silhouettes featuring reverse painting and paper cut out construction in what appears to be original gilt frames. Circa 1800-1820s.

**SOLD** L494 Late 18th to early 19th century Wooden Foot Stove / Foot Warmer bearing its original red painted surface and sturdy hand forged iron bale handle on top. Perforated designs adorn the sides and top, with one side bearing a heart motif. One side slides / lifts to reveal the inner chamber where a pan of hot coals would’ve been inserted to provide the heat source. Circa 1740s-1830s.

L97 Early 19th century New England wooden bail handle Pantry Box bearing the original dark blue painted surface. Heavy construction with tacked lap joints and a bentwood swing handle that is secured with wooden pegs. Clean, natural patina interior with the name “May Swanson” written on tape inside the lid.

L518 Early 20th century Hooked rug featuring two large chickens on a beige colored background with a nice variegated and black striped border. Hand hooked, mixed fabrics on burlap. Mounted and ready to hang. Found in Virginia.

L476 19th Century Pennsylvania Hepplewhite one drawer stand featuring delicately tapered legs retaining its old blue over the original blue painted surface. The drawer is dovetailed front and back. The wood is cherry with square head nail construction. Circa 1840s.

**SOLD** L517 Oversized 19th century glass and tin Barn / Hunting Lantern with double hood, large round Mercury Glass reflector and interior kerosene lamp with chimney. Original un-painted surface. Sturdy wire bail handle on top for carrying and original wire hooks/brackets on back for mounting to a wall or post.

J168 19th century York County, Pennsylvania painted pine dry sink with overhanging drawer retaining original black painted surface. Delicately scalloped cut out apron adorns the front. Circa 1820’s.

J323 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania Apple Box in old red painted surface over the original gray paint. Box features nicely canted sides and a raised footed base. Square head nail construction.

X377 Early 19th century New England Wall Box with the original uncleaned, dry red paint. Open rectangular box with canted sides and arched back with a hole for hanging. "T" nail construction. Circa 1800-1810.

K1854 Mid-19th century York County, Pennsylvania one door cupboard with original blue painted surface and turned feet. The fully mortised door is surrounded with a crisp beaded edge and opens to reveal a clean, Circa 1850s.

**SOLD** L513 Beautiful hand-woven and hand-knotted wool Caucasian Kazak-style Rug with striking geometric designs and large central medallions in very desirable reds and blues. This style rug originated in the Caucasus region (modern-day Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia).

G236 A mid to late 19th century paint decorated bucket from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Exterior painted with an overall grained mustard color over a yellow ground having a distinct and unusual diagonal tendril-like combed decoration.

**SOLD** L468E 19th century miniature opposing finger lap oval pantry box with original green painted surface. Natural patina interior. Exceptionally fine, delicate steamed and bentwood construction with top and bottom being secured with tiny wooden pegs and overlapping fingers secured with tiny tacks.

L484 Late 19th century Cast iron Pinecone / Artichoke / Pineapple shaped Garden Finial with remnants of original white painted surface. Circa 1880. Heavy.

**SOLD** L496 Late 19th century Pennsylvania miniature Child’s Chest with four (4) drawers, tall, shaped back with molded edge and decorative cut out feet in its original blue-green painted surface. Circa 1860s-1870s.

L487 Early 19th Century Pennsylvania splay leg foot stool in beautiful original blue paint. Wonderful cut outs adorn the feet on each while scalloped aprons adorn each side of the stool. The drop aprons are mortised into the legs. Square head nail construction. Circa 1830.

L493 Canvasback Hen Decoy - Signed and dated on bottom "R. Madison Mitchell 1954". Original weight and ring are intact on bottom of decoy. Imprinted metal tag identifying a presumed former owner, “J. W. Mowery – 435 N. Mary Street - Lancaster PA” also remains intact on bottom.

L497 Early hand carved Widgeon Decoy in Working Repaint with remnants of areas of original surface showing through. Carver unknown. Evidence of being shot over. Original staple and rectangular lead weight remain intact on bottom.

L67 Very early 19th century Pennsylvania stretcher base Tavern Table bearing old blue painted surface. One board top boasting breadboard ends has a nice overhang on all sides and bears a great dark natural patina from years of use. The legs and stretchers are mortised and pegged construction. Top is secured with large square head nails and wooden pegs. Circa 1800.

L450 Pair of Lt. Moses Willard stoneware table lamps with designs from 1805 plates by Potter Artist John Neis (1785-1867) featuring an Officer and horse during a charge in battle. Original plates can be viewed at the American Folk Art Museum in New York. One lamp was made by Cathy Gatch and dated 1990, the other lamp was done by Chris Woods and dated 1994.

B247 Wrought Iron 6 Arm Chandelier - Twisted Scrolled Arms and Shaft. Made by Jerry Martin when he worked at the Landis Valley Farm Museum.

L13 Large 19th century American carved Rocking Horse on bow rockers. The solid wooden carved horse retains its gray painted surface and rests on original salmon painted with blue pinstripe decorated rockers. One rocker has a very early brace that travels along the length of the rocker. Horse boasts painted eyes, great detailed carved Circa 1850s-1860s.

RM1610 Wooden treenware plate bearing very scant remnants of an incised ring on outer edge and slightly raised, hand hewn footed base bearing the initials "LS" carved into the bottom. Exceptional wear, chop marks and patina created by time and extensive use. Slightly out of round.

**SOLD** F450 19th century New England small firkin bearing old green paint over original black painted surface. Staved and bentwood construction with wire bail swing handle with wooden handle grip. Overlapping finger on lid is secured with wire staples. Metal bands securing sides are secured with small tacks. Natural patina interior.

L468d 19th century New England original Taupe painted pantry box with natural patina interior. Steamed and bentwood sides secured to the top/bottom with tiny square head nails. Overlapping joints secured with copper tacks.

**SOLD** L471 Stunning late 18th to early 19th century York County, Pennsylvania original blue painted pine blanket chest with a dovetailed case and three dovetailed drawers resting on applied turned feet. Molding surrounds the lid, bottom, and just above the drawers. Very clean interior with lidded glove till. Working crab lock with key. Circa 1790 – 1820.

**SOLD** L461 19th century Pennsylvania lidded dough box on the original blue painted surface. Dovetailed construction with lid retaining its two original dovetailed battens that have prevent the lid from twisting/warping. Rounded edges surround the bottom board. Clean, natural patina interior. Applied curved wooden handles intact on each end. Circa 1850s.

L464 Sturdy 19th century New England Apple Tray retaining beautiful old dry blue over the original gray painted surface with the initials “N.R.” painted in white in the center. The top edges are also adorned with white paint. The tray features deeply canted sides with shaped cutouts on each side for convenient carrying.

**SOLD** L348 Nice! Very early 19th century Pennsylvania tabletop set of 6 drawers featuring three drawers over three drawer configuration with mortised drawer dividers and stretchers bearing old blue painted surface. One of the drawers has a divided interior. The wood is pine, with “T” nail and square head nail construction. Circa 1820s.

L468A 19th century Shaker miniature opposing finger lap oval pantry box with “H. V. Baker” stenciled in black on the bottom, and inside the lid. Natural patina surface throughout..

L435A Pair of matching late 18th century to early 19th century single-candle sconces with deeply fluted candle cups. The rolled tin / sheet metal construction features rounded tops, punched wriggle-work designs and rolled edges on the back

L468C Small 19th century New England oval pantry box in its beautiful original blue paint. Overlapping opposing fingered body and lid. Copper tack and tiny wooden pegged construction. Natural patina interior.

**SOLD** L404 19th century Redware Canning Crock with manganese glaze and beaded edge encircling the tooled shoulder. The manganese splotches on this piece are wonderful and bold and go all the way around the jar. Commonly referred to as ‘Redware’.

L468B New England 19th century Pantry Box with dry, uncleaned, original black painted surface. The overlapping steamed and bentwood sides are secured with small metal tacks.

**SOLD** L465 Beautiful hand-woven wool Kazak-style Rug with striking geometric designs and large central medallions in very desirable reds and blues. This style rug originated in the Caucasus region (modern-day Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia).

L480 19th century Pennsylvania original gray painted stool boasting decorative cut out drop aprons on each side and matching cut out feet. The aprons are mortised into the legs and each leg is double mortised through the top.

L395 19th century New England original gray painted pantry box with natural patina interior. Thick, steamed and bentwood sides secured to the top/bottom with tiny square head nails. Overlapping joints secured with copper tacks.

**SOLD** L399 19th century Soap Hollow (Somerset County, PA) original painted carrier / cutlery tray. The original paint colors include red and yellow on a green background with black trim. High center divider with cut out handle and canted sides attached to a one-board bottom.

**SOLD** L472 Quaint early 19th century Sheraton Chest of drawers with three dovetailed drawers in its original red painted surface. Chest features post and panel construction with lamb’s tongue molded corners resting on turned feet, and a double beaded edge surrounding the top edge. Original hardware. Circa 1820s-1830s. Measurements: 30 ¾” wide x 17 5/8” deep x 28 ¾” tall

**SOLD** L472 Early 19th century Sheraton small size Chest of drawers with three dovetailed drawers with all it's original hardware, in its original red painted surface

L442 Early 19th century Pennsylvania painted Apple Box retaining its original green painted surface. Simplistic form with a slightly rounded edged square base supporting a canted bowl. Tiny square head nail construction. All original. Measurements: 9" x 9" x 3 ½” tall.

*SOLD* L442 Early 19th century Pennsylvania painted Apple Box retaining its original green painted surface. Simplistic form with a slightly rounded edged square base supporting a canted bowl.

L453 Cast Iron Christmas Fence with hinged double gate bearing original green and gold painted surface. Gold painted sunburst pattern toppers run along top edges and cannonball finials. .

L317 Vintage Belsnickel Santa with pipe cleaner coat and hat - round paper base marked "Louise" and "Japan".

L481 Early 20th century Belsnickel holding a feather tree with a yellow pack hung over his shoulder. Papier Mache construction.

L316 Santa with blue cloth trousers, red felt jacket/hood with white pipecleaner edging, clay painted face and boots, textured black/red belt. Pipe cleaner hands clutching a yellow feather tree.

J40 Majestic large sized 19th century hollow-bodied copper Eagle weathervane. This depiction of an eagle with outstretched wings perched atop a ball shows excellent hand-hammered details throughout. Wonderful, weathered patina with remnants of original gold gild surface with areas of verdigris. Circa 1860

**SOLD** L370 18th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania painted splay leg table with original dry, reddish brown painted surface and scrubbed top. Unique form with a deep overhanging two-board top resting on a mortised and pegged delicately tapered Hepplewhite splay legged base. Top is secured to the base with large wooden pegs. The beaded edged apron is mortised and pegged into the legs. No evidence of nails, all wooden pegged construction throughout. Circa 1750s. Measurements: 36 ¼” wide x 23” deep x 28 ½” tall. The overhang is 3 ½” deep on each side and 6” deep on each end.

**SOLD** L370 18th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania painted splay leg table with original dry, red painted surface and scrubbed top. Unique form with a deep overhanging two-board top resting on a mortised and pegged delicately tapered Hepplewhite splay legged base. Top is secured to the base with large wooden pegs. Circa 1750s.

**SOLD** L462 Early 20th century hooked rug depicting a house and trees in a fenced yard and surrounded by a double border with the innermost border having a scalloped edge adorned with small flower blossoms and leaves.

F153 Pennsylvania handmade tin Chandelier with eight arms and is not electrified. Crimped edged drip pans and nicely rolled edges and secure solder joints throughout. Measurements are: 29 ½” diameter x 26" tall

**SOLD** L475 Late 18th century to early 19th century New England original painted miniature chest with dovetailed case, applied turned ball feet and applied molding around the lid. Original untouched red painted surface with natural patina interior. The woods are cherry and chestnut. Dovetailed and tiny “T” nail construction with the molding surrounding the lid being secured with small square head nails. The delicately turned ball feet are fully mortised through the bottom. Measurements: 6 7/8” wide x 5 ½” deep x 3 7/8” tall

**SOLD** L475 Late 18th century to early 19th century New England original painted miniature chest with dovetailed case 1790-1810

L474 19th century Folk Art Carved Walking Stick / Cane with carved Duck Head as the handle. The head is painted a dark green with glass eyes and a mustard and black painted bill.

L372F Early 19th century Wedding band hog scraper candle stick with remnants of maker's stamp on the working push-up tab. Sheet iron construction with wedding band. No evidence of ever having a finger curl. Base has break along the edge. Surface patina indicative of age and use. Measurements: 4" diameter base x 7 ½” tall.

L372F Early 19th century Wedding band hog scraper candle stick with remnants of maker's stamp on the working push-up tap

**SOLD** RM1606 Small 19th century New England firkin bearing original gray painted surface. Thick walled staved and bentwood construction

SP13 Wooden trencher bearing hand carved flower blossom on each end and hand carved wheat on each side. A double beaded edge encircles the top lip/rim with hand carved decoration

**SOLD** SP12 Late 18th century – early 19th century decorative Cutlery tray / Knife box with decorative shaped and canted sides bearing old blue paint over original red painted surface.

L452 Late 20th century Dorchester County, Maryland hand carved full sized wooden Swan Decoy with paddle tail and gracefully curved neck. Solid wood with glass eyes and original painted surface.

L460 Hand carved Eider Decoy from Maine – carver unknown. This breed of sea ducks is sometimes also referred to as Cuddy’s Duck.

L298 Unusual early 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Storage Cupboard (Pantry) with original red and pewter gray painted surface featuring wide form with very unusual shallow 12-inch depth, an applied shaped gallery and cut out feet. Both panel doors are fully mortised and pegged and surrounded by a deep beaded edge. Circa 1820s-1840s.

L438 Late 18th Century New England Candle Stand in original blue painted surface circa 1760 -1790 with a very beautiful turned center column resting on three padded feet that are dovetailed into the column

L266C 19th century Pewter Spouted Pitcher - Quart sized - with "ST. JAMES TAVERN" engraved on the bottom. Circa 1837-1850s.

L455A A very fine wrought iron game hanger known as a Dutch Crown. This is in the style of game hangers dating from the 18th century but this one was probably made in the early 20th century.

L420 19th century Pennsylvania Cutlery Tray / Knife Box retaining its original red painted surface. Raised curved center divider features cut out for carrying purposes. Molded edge surrounds the bottom. The wood is pine – with tiny square head nail construction. Circa 1840 – 1850’s.

L451 Folk Art Hunting Diorama with Lead Figures constructed inside a vintage Armando Ramos Cigar box. Handmade with great use of natural elements to depict a realistic bird hunting scene.

L457 Upper Bay Black Duck Decoy carved by Paul Gibson (1902-1984) of Havre de Grace, MD. Decoy bears original scratch painted surface. A tight crack to neck and evidence of gunning marks are indicative of age and use. Original weight, staple and ring remain intact on bottom.

**SOLD** L449 Frog decoy carved by Reggie Birth of Chincoteague, Virginia. 20th century Folk Art hand carved Frog Decoy with jointed legs which are free moving. Painted eyes and hand painted surface.

**SOLD** L454A Early 1900's toleware dough riser bowl in beautiful mustard paint on the inside of the bowl and birds on a black background painted in red, mustard and green on each side of the bowl.

L458 19th century two gallon Signed Peter Hermann Stoneware Jar from Baltimore,

**SOLD** RM1604 Wooden treenware plate bearing very scant remnants of original green paint, an incised ring on outer edge and slightly raised.

L408E Rare – 18th century hand wrought iron Phoebe Double Cruise Lamp / Whale Oil Lamp / Grease Lamp / Betty Lamp with trammel style hook on the back of the outer bowl supports the inner bowl with decorative scrolled topper on its back. Great surface patina, pitting and wear from age and use.

L372E Early 19th century Wedding band hog scraper candle stick with remnants of maker's stamp on the working push-up tab. Sturdy sheet iron construction with brass wedding band. No evidence of ever having a finger curl. Early make-do repair to base.

L407C Group of two late 18th century bone handled knives. One is a Ferrier tool marked ‘George Wostenholm & Son – Sheffield England’ that is 8 ¼” long with a 1 ¼” wide handle and the other is a large folding Westenholm-style (no visible markings) bone handled folding pocketknife that measures 8” long when open and 4 ¾” long when in the folded position. Both retain original surfaces with great natural patina and retain fairly sharp edges to the blades.

L407C Group of two late 18th century bone handled knives. One is a Ferrier tool marked ‘George Wostenholm & Son – Sheffield England’ and a large folding Westenholm-style (no visible markings) bone handled folding pocketknife.

**SOLD** L390 18th century New England Queen Anne Tavern Table with padded feet in old green painted surface. The beautiful one-board oval top is secured to the apron with wooden pegs and the apron is fully mortised and pegged into the delicately turned legs. The wood is Tiger Maple.

**SOLD** L434 Late 18th century Pennsylvania miniature blanket chest featuring molded edges around the top and bottom with cut out applied bracket feet in a stunning early blue painted surface. The interior retains an early red painted surface. Rosehead nail construction.

L408C Late 18th century – early 19th century Courting Candlestick constructed of spiraled forged iron with iron finger hold, mounted into a turned wooden base. Great original surface with dark patina to the wood.

**SOLD** L402 Sweet, small sized 19th century looking glass with the original mirror encased in a molded edge frame retaining its original blue painted surface. Nice, original surface with great wear. The wood is walnut. Sawed plank backing held in place with tiny square head nails.

L408d Rare – 18th century hand wrought iron Phoebe Double Cruise Lamp / Whale Oil Lamp / Grease Lamp / Betty Lamp with decorative cutouts on back and twisted iron hanger. The bottoms of both lamps are marked “X X”. This was a very early type of lamp commonly used in America between the 17th to early 19th century, consisting of two small iron bowls hanging one above the other, with a spout to hold something to act as a wick (twisted cotton rag, rush, etc.). The lower bowl collected drips coming from the upper bowl, creating an efficient use of the fuel being burned. Measurements: Outer lamp measures 2 5/8” wide x 3 ½” deep x 7 ¾” tall. The inner / smaller lamp is 3 1/8” wide x 3 ½” deep x 5 ½” tall. Overall height with hanger is 12” tall.

L408d Rare–18th century hand wrought iron Double Cruise Lamp / Whale Oil Lamp / Betty Lamp with decorative cutouts on back and twisted iron hanger.

L398 Mid-19th century Pennsylvania eight (8) drawer apothecary / set of drawers with original red painted surface. Chest features graduated drawers and a slight shelf at the top. Square head nail construction. Circa 1850s-1860s.

L391 Early 19th century oval Trencher bearing gorgeous original red painted exterior and a wonderful natural patina interior with evidence of significant chop and tool marks from years of use. Circa 1830’s – 1840’s. Hand hewn from a single board – with visible carve markings on both the interior and exterior surfaces.

**SOLD** L441 Exceptional 18th century Pennsylvania original red painted Apple Box with a squared base with chamfered edge supporting a dovetailed canted bowl. Great small size! T” nail construction. The red paint is original, and first and only coat throughout the interior and exterior of the box.

**SOLD** L403 19th century lidded salt glaze stoneware Butter Crock – stamped ‘1/2’ on side. Hand painted cobalt decoration encircles the crock.

**SOLD** L431 19th century divided wooden tray bearing original blue painted surface. Found in Pennsylvania. The wood is pine with square head nail construction.

L407B Wooden plate with extensive wear on edges and "M" carved into the bottom. Natural patina surface. Measurements: 7 1/2" x 7" diameter x ~1/2" deep.

L407B 18th century Wooden plate with extensive wear on edges and "M" carved into the bottom. Natural patina surface.

L389 19th century North Carolina original green painted one drawer table resting on tall, gracefully tapered Hepplewhite legs. The drawer stretchers are mortised through both front and back of the apron. The legs are fully mortised and pegged into the apron.

L423 19th century Pennsylvania bucket bench / set of shelves having three shelves bearing original blue painted surface. Dovetailed case with bottom shelf being dovetailed into the ends. Half-moon cut out feet. The center shelf is secured with square head nails. Circa 1860s-1880s. Measurements: 32 ¾” wide x 11” deep x 41” tall.

*SOLD* L423 19th century Pennsylvania bucket bench / set of shelves having three shelves bearing original blue painted surface. Dovetailed case with bottom shelf being dovetailed into the ends. Half-moon cut out feet. Circa 1860s-1880s.

**SOLD** L443 Early 19th century Pennsylvania Wood Box retaining beautiful old blue paint over the original blue paint. Split lid with divided interior and dovetailed case resting on shoe feet. Circa 1820’s.

**SOLD** L435B 19th century large candle Lantern bearing original old blue painted surface. Lantern is glass and tin construction with a hinged door, smoke ventilator chimney bearing a crimped cover and round tin handle with folded edges attached to top. This lantern is unique in that it also has a glass bottom.

**SOLD** L383 Oversized 19th century Pennsylvania slide lid Candle Box with early blue painted surface. Chamfered edges along the top with brass pull in the end of the lid allows easy opening of the smoothly sliding lid. Clean, natural patina interior. Circa 1850s.

**SOLD** L343C Early 19th century wooden bowl in beautiful original soldier blue paint with a distinct lipped rim and evidence of slow-turn lathe marks. Natural patina interior.

L419 19th century Pennsylvania Cutlery Tray / Knife Box retaining its original blue painted surface with chrome yellow pinstripe decoration. Tall, curved center divider features cut out for carrying purposes. The wood is pine – with square head nail construction. Circa 1840 – 1850’s.

L436 Pair of Hanging tin wall sconces, each with a canted and crimped edge along the tops of their squared backs, embossed reeded columns, finely folded edges, a drilled hole for hanging and a demilune dish holding a single rolled edge candle socket.

L396 18th century wooden Bucket with original black painted surface. Staved sides secured with three wooden finger lap bands. Circa 1750s.

L400 19th century wooden Apple Tray with the old blue paint. It is well-crafted with beautiful form featuring canted sides and cut-out handles on all four sides. It is in tight and sturdy condition. Circa 1850.

L406 19th century New England 12 drawer Apothecary in original Windsor green paint with dovetailed case and drawers, resting on an applied bracket base with decoratively cut out feet. Circa 1840s.

L410 19th century Pennsylvania Bench with its original red painted surface. This bench boasts decorative cut out legs affixed to the top by way of a double mortise and ending in half-moon cut out feet. The drop apron along the front is attached with cut nails and features beaded edges and shaped ends.

**SOLD** L439 Early 19th century Pennsylvania painted Apple Box retaining its original ochre colored surface. Simplistic form with a chamfered edged square base supporting a canted bowl. Square head nail construction. All original.

**SOLD** L446 Early 19th century large New England original blue painted lidded wooden Firkin, stamped “SARATOGA” on the top of lid. Tongue and groove staved sides held in place with tapered lap joint wood bands secured with copper tacks and a tiny copper staple at the end of the finger lap.

**SOLD** L408B 18th century heavy, hand forged iron candleholder with oversized drip pan resting on hand forged arched iron legs ending in pad feet. Great original surface.

L408A 18th century rare diminutive American twisted wrought iron rush light / candle holder with arched tripod base resting on hand forged pointed feet. The candle holder acts as the counterbalance to hold the rush grips tight.

L397 Spectacular identified original blue painted lidded wooden bucket – Stamped on bottom – “….Made & Warranted, by JAMES WITCHER….” with arched wire bail handle and turned wooden grip. The thick, solid wood lid is rimmed by a ¾” tall metal band secured with hand forged tacks. The interior is old natural patina. Tongue and grooved staved construction held in place with ¾” tall metal bands secured with hand forged tacks.

L407A Early wooden plate - with initials and symbols carved into the bottom. Nice patina and wear indicative of use.

L411 Canvasback Drake decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) from Havre de Grace, Maryland. Electric pencil signature on bottom - "R. Madison Mitchell – Havre de Grace, Md - 1975” Decoy has a slightly turned head, retains its original weight, staple and ring on bottom and bears its original painted surface with dry surface - never oiled or waxed.

L411 Canvasback Drake decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) from Havre de Grace, Maryland. - "R. Madison Mitchell – Havre de Grace, Md - 1975” Decoy has a slightly turned head,

L413 Canvasback Hen decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) from Havre de Grace, Maryland. Electric pencil signature on bottom - "R. Madison Mitchell – Havre de Grace, Md - 1971” Decoy has a slightly turned head, retains its original weight, staple and ring on bottom and bears its original painted surface with dry surface - never oiled or waxed.

L413 Canvasback Hen decoy carved by Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) from Havre de Grace, Maryland. -R. Madison Mitchell – Havre de Grace, Md - 1971” Decoy has a slightly turned head,

L415 Great piece of Americana Folk Art! This wooden hand carved and painted wall mount depicting a large Eagle with Shield boasts deeply carved details to the feathers, feet, eyes and beak. Original gold gild, red, blue, white and black polychrome painted surface. The Eagle is clutching several arrows in its right talons and a dimensional carved shield stars and bars in its left talons.

L371 18th century Pennsylvania seven (7) drawer apothecary beautiful old green painted surface with all the original knobs. Dovetailed case and drawers. Circa 1790-1810.

L377 Late 18th century Eastern Shore, Maryland one drawer pin-top stretcher base Worktable with early blue painted base and scrubbed top. The legs and stretcher base are fully mortised and wooden pegged construction. Beaded edges adorn the corners of each leg. The drawer and the drawer stretcher are dovetailed. The removeable two board top has dovetailed stretchers and is secured to the base with four long wooden pins. Circa 1790-1800.

**SOLD** J37 19th century New England original blue painted round utility basket with attached steamed and bent side handles. Tightly woven with single wrapped rim with bumped up bottom inside the basket for added air flow. Great condition. Circa 1880s.

RM1603 Exceptional, very early, oil painting depicting two American flagged ships at full sail on choppy waters. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. The canvas is stretched over wooden frame and secured with small square head nails. Unsigned. Measurements: 30" wide x 20" tall.

*SOLD* RM1603 Exceptional, very early, oil painting depicting two American flagged ships at full sail on choppy waters. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. The canvas is stretched over wooden frame

L425 Early 19th century miniature New England blanket chest bearing original, dry- red painted surface. Six board construction featuring tall, half-moon cut out feet. Square head nail construction with original Cotter pin / snipe hinges. Clean, natural patina interior. Circa 1800-1820s. Measurements: 9 ¾” wide x 7” deep x 10 ¼” tall.

*SOLD* L425 Early 19th century miniature New England blanket chest bearing original, dry- red painted surface. Six board construction featuring tall, half-moon cut out feet. Square head nail construction with original Cotter pin / snipe hinges. Circa 1800-1820s.

L388 19th century Pennsylvania original blue painted two-board topped table with one dovetailed drawer resting on chamfered edged / “lamb’s tongue” legs. The apron is mortised into the legs. Circa 1860s.

**SOLD** L384 Early 19th century Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Sheraton original red painted Child’s Blanket Chest. Pine, six board construction with applied molding around the lid and bottom – resting on applied turned feet. Circa 1810-1820s.

L414 Tole Painted Tin Chamberstick Lamp bearing original mustard painted and decorated surface.

L259 Rig Mate Pair Canvasback Decoys carved by Will Heverin (1860-1951) from Charlestown, Maryland bearing very early working repainted surfaces. Both are Branded “PM” on bottoms of tails – which stands for the Paul Murphy Rig. These were found in a rig in Kennedyville, MD.

L440 Exceptional early 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted Apple Box with a square base supporting a dovetailed canted bowl. Square head nail construction. The red paint is original, and first and only coat throughout the interior and exterior of the box. All original. Measurements: 11 ¼” square x 4” tall sides. The bottom is 9 ¼” x9 3/8” square.

*SOLD* L440 Exceptional early 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted Apple Box with a square base supporting a dovetailed canted bowl. Square head nail construction. The red paint is original, and first and only coat throughout the interior and exterior of the box.

**SOLD** L373 Early 19th century twelve 6-sided star pattern tins Pennsylvania Pie Safe with beautiful original blue paint. All tins are original. Nice, distinct beaded edges surround the doors. The case of the Pie Safe is mortised and pegged and rests on tall, full height legs. The clean interior retains old natural patina. Circa 1850s.

L376 Sturdy hand-woven gathering basket bearing its original Windsor green painted exterior with original dark red painted interior. Basket features a heavily notched, hand carved steamed and bent handle that is woven into the single-wrapped, double-rimmed construction.

L368 19th century Pennsylvania wallpaper Hat Box or Bandbox. The oval pasteboard box is covered with wallpaper bearing a two-story house, fenced pastures with trees and a rock wall, and horse and riders in blue, white and reddish-brown colors. Natural interior. Measurements: 16 ¾” wide x 13 ¼” deep x 11” tall.

*SOLD* L368 19th century Pennsylvania wallpaper Hat Box or Bandbox. The oval pasteboard box is covered with wallpaper bearing a two-story house, fenced pastures with trees and a rock wall, and horse and riders in blue, white and reddish-brown colors. Natural interior.

**SOLD** L343B Very early 19th century butter bowl in beautiful original vibrant yellow paint. Nice slow-turn lathe marks visible throughout - with a distinct lipped rim with chamfered edge. Natural patina interior.

L380 Late 19th century Folk Art style ceremonial wooden Axe for the fraternal benefit society known as the Foresters of America (“F. of A.”) featuring their logo of a deer in the woods with “Ct. Adams #116” “Instd. Aug 31-1896” “Adams Mass.” painted above the logo, and “F. of A.” painted below the logo. In translation, this represents the Foresters of America Chapter – Adams #116, Instituted August 31st, 1896, in Adams, Massachusetts. Solid wood construction with the handle being fully mortised through the head of the axe.

**SOLD** L339 19th century Pennsylvania rectangular wooden Tray boasting original blue painted surface with natural patina interior. Dovetailed case with narrow divided slot that goes the length of the tray and applied handles on each end. Dovetailed case with square head nail construction. Circa 1850s.

**SOLD** L367 19th century New England pantry box with opposing finger laps bearing beautiful original green painted surface. The initials "T M" are carved in the top of lid. Steamed and bentwood construction with opposing finger laps being secured with tiny square head nails and tacks.

G116 19th century ogee wood framed Looking Glass with the original old blue paint in great condition. Circa 1850.

L381 Late 19th century Pennsylvania small sized Dome-Top Document Box bearing original mustard grained paint decorated surface. The wood is pine with dovetailed construction.

L372C Early 19th century Hog Scraper Wedding ring / band Candlestick with finger curl at the top and working push-up tab with illegible maker’s stamp

L308 Pair 19th century hanging tin wall sconces with round mirrored backs and fluted edge drip cups. Nicely rolled edges.

L372D Early 19th century Wedding band hog scraper candle stick -Unmarked. Sturdy sheet iron construction with brass wedding band

RM1600 New York variant US Contract Musket c1850. Smoothbore steel barrel, 70 cal. With bayonet lug and steel ramrod. Round tail flintlock with roller frizzen marked, I.P. Moore Warranted. Walnut stock with cross hatched wrist. All steel hardware with three barrel rings. Overall length of the musket is 56” long. (Please click on picture to see additional details and photos.)

L387 Mallard Drake Decoy bearing original painted surface carved by R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre de Grace, MD. Original weight, staple and ring remain intact on bottom.

L386 Canvasback Drake Decoy carved by R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993) of Havre de Grace, MD. Decoy is Branded "HMcM" (for the Harold McMullen Rig) on bottom. Original painted surface - Electric pen signed by R. Madison Mitchell - and dated 1948 – on bottom. Original weight, staple and ring remain intact.

L378 Canvasback Duck Decoy carved by Paul Gibson (1902-1984) Havre de Grace, MD. All original paint and condition, with no evidence of ever having a weight on bottom indicating it was perhaps a mantle duck -approximately circa 1930's.

L359 19th century Pennsylvania nine-drawer spice chest / apothecary bearing original red painted surface with molded edged drawers bearing original porcelain knobs and original paper labels. Tiny square head nail construction. The wood is pine Circa 1840-1850’s.

L344A Early rectangular shaped hand-woven splint basket bearing its natural patina surface. This nicely woven basket features a single-wrapped double-rim with a notched, steamed and bent handle. Rim and handle are double secured with tiny tacks.

**SOLD** L375 Handmade 20th Century Folk Art Bird Tree with seven different, beautifully hand carved and polychrome painted wooden Songbirds resting on steamed and bent branches. Mounted in a wooden turned acorn shaped base for display purposes.

L364 19th century New England pantry box with opposing finger laps Pantry Box with beautiful dry blue painted surface over the original green paint. Steamed and bentwood tiny wooden pegged construction with opposing finger laps

**SOLD** L365 New England 19th Century Pantry Box with original dry bittersweet paint. Steamed and bentwood thick-walled, tiny wooden pegged construction with overlapping sides

**SOLD** L338 Superb early 19th century miniature oval Shaker style two finger pantry box bearing the best dry, original blue painted surface. Steamed and bentwood construction with opposing fingers – Circa early 1800s.

L372A Early 19th century Hog Scraper Wedding ring Candlestick with finger curl at the top and working push-up tab signed “Shaw”. Sturdy sheet iron construction with brass wedding band. (Shaw, working in Birmingham, England, was a maker of such candle sticks for the American market – and carried the first American patent for hog scraper candle sticks in 1853.) Circa 1800-1820. Measurements: 4” bottom diameter x 7 ½” tall.

L372A Early 19th century Hog Scraper Wedding ring Candlestick with finger curl at the top and working push-up tab signed “Shaw”. Circa 1800-1820.

**SOLD** L342 Matching Pair of 19th century round-back single-candle sconces in original old surface. The hand cut tin features crimped edges encircling the backs and each of the drip pans. Each sconce boasts a curled strap arm with crisp rolled edges that supports the drip pan and candle socket.

L372B Early 19th century Hog Scraper Wedding ring / band Candlestick with finger curl at the top and working push-up tab bearing a partial “Shaw” stamp. Dark, natural surface. Circa 1800-1820.

L343A Very early 19th century wooden bowl in beautiful original dark mustard paint. Nice slow turned lathe marks visible throughout - with a lipped rim and carved band with distinct incised rings around top edge and a slightly raised foot on bottom. Natural patina interior with wear and age cracks indicative of age and use. Bowl is slightly out of round at 19 ¼” x 19 ½” diameter. Opposite sides of the bowl measure 6 ¼” x 7” tall respectively.

*SOLD* L343A Very early 19th century wooden bowl in beautiful original dark mustard paint. Nice slow turned lathe marks visible throughout - with a lipped rim and carved band with distinct incised rings around top edge and a slightly raised foot on bottom. Natural patina interior.

L360 Early hand-woven splint basket side in its original green painted surface - featuring a single-wrapped double-rim with a notched, steamed and bent handle on each side. The round top opening tapers to a square shaped bottom. Very nicely made basket with tightly woven sides and an open weave bottom.

L350 Late 19th century Country Store Barrel with hinged lid retaining original porcelain knob. Natural patina surface, with no evidence of ever being painted. Vertical steamed and bent wooden staved construction secured with six horizontal iron bands. Original porcelain casters remain intact on bottom. Circa 1870s-1890s.

**SOLD** L345 Unique 19th century original red painted Biscuit Table with dovetailed drawer. This unusual worktable features a dovetailed apron that is mortised into the uniquely shaped legs. Found on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Circa 1840s.

L282 Pennsylvania double mortised Bench with the top retaining remnants of its original red painted surface, whereas the bottom retains an older layer of blue paint. Bench boasts shaped ends, half-moon cut out feet, and a drop apron on one side. The legs are double mortised through the top. Circa 1820s-1830s.

L268B 18th century Pewter ink well fitted with five quill holes and hinged lid covering its original removeable porcelain insert ink pot.

L354 Shaped solid wooden trade sign advertising “Country Inn” “Lobby” in deeply carved letters bearing gold gild paint. The background bears its original green painted surface with original black paint surrounding the entire edge of the sign. Original early iron oversized eye hooks remain intact for hanging purposes. Single sided.

RM1599 Pair of Civil War Union Soldier Tintypes - possibly brothers - along with a remnant piece of hand stitched quilt. One soldier is holding his kepi in the photograph. Found in a Maryland Estate.

L270 Wonderful group of three sewing related items to include: Large blacksmith made hand forged iron shears (Measurements: ~10 1/4" long x 4 5/8" wide. Center pin is approximately 1" long.) Velvet heart shaped pincushion with hand woven blue and white linsey-woolsey trim encircling the sides. Hand stitched. (Approximate measurements: 3 ¼” wide x 2” thick x 3” tall.) and a 19th century American Sewing Clamp - small sized - forged iron - with very worn velvet covered sawdust pincushion intact. (Measurements: 3 ½” tall not including the finger screw.)

L270 Wonderful group of three sewing related items to include: Large blacksmith made hand forged iron shears, a hand-stitched Velvet heart shaped pincushion with hand woven blue and white linsey-woolsey trim encircling the sides, and a 19th century American Sewing Clamp - small sized - forged iron - with very worn velvet covered sawdust pincushion intact.

L357 American Folk Art Hooked Rug depicting a two-masted fishing and racing schooner identified as the “Bluenose” – with the maker’s initials “E. N.” hooked in the upper left corner of the rug. The depicted ship is at full sails with pennants and a Flag atop the masts. Professionally cleaned and mounted. Circa 1920s-1930s.

L356 Beautiful Pennsylvania cobalt blue decorated stoneware crock pitcher marked “1 ½” Circa 1870s. Decorated with brushed cobalt swags and a flower on front and the collar is decorated with swags on each side of spout as well as the handle.

**SOLD** L287 Wonderful early 19th century Pennsylvania original red painted two door cupboard with applied bracket base. Molding surrounds the underside of the top. The split panel doors are fully mortised and pegged and open freely to reveal natural patina interior with sturdy shelves for storage. Circa 1820s.

L266B Early lidded pewter pot. Hand hammered surface with soldered footed base and decorative finial on lid. Unmarked.

**SOLD** L358 Hand carved primitive folk art wooden replica of a “Barred Rock or Plymouth Rock” chicken with glass eyes and black painted feather details, a short red cone and yellow beak, mounted on a piece of split wood. This is a typical style of the Carver, William Kirkpatrick of Hudson, MA (born in 1939) who’s initials, “WEK”, are branded into bottom of the bird.

L353 Exceptional mid-19th century New England steamed and bentwood oval pantry box retaining its original green painted surface. Opposing finger lapped construction secured with tacks and tiny square head nails. Clean interior.

L63 Late 19th century double sided gameboard with a Checkerboard painted on one side, and a Backgammon board painted on the reverse. Both sides are painted in black and Windsor green on a red background.

H962 Original red painted carrier with mustard painted interior with dividers. Raised center handle is curved with matching cutout for carrying. Canted sides. Square head nail construction. Very sturdy.

**SOLD** L284 Nice 18th century Pennsylvania Milk cupboard featuring its original red painted surface and a beautiful, raised panel door. Cupboard is completely pegged construction – including the back boards, sides and top. The door is fully mortised and double pegged construction with “H” hinges and original wooden turn knob. Decorative cut out along front and half-moon cut out feet on ends. Circa 1760s-1780s.

L265 Pennsylvania Folk Art carved and painted eight-drawer Apothecary / Spice Cabinet with original red painted surface with original white porcelain knobs. The top crest features a Folk Art scroll cut out and original polychrome painted heart and tulip motif.

**SOLD** L190 Large 19th century hand chopped solid wooden Trencher bearing old blue painted surface. Hand hewn handles on each end and hewn marks evident throughout interior and exterior of this large trencher. Circa 1850s.

L324 Early 20th century Folk Art hand-painted Theorem on velvet – signed by artist – Mary O Mecagni. Theorem features a still life of an oval woven compote style basket containing a beautifully arranged abundance of fruits with accents of tendrils and leaves. .

L328 Mid 19th century Tin Toleware Spice Box featuring 8 drawers with oval fronts bearing hand painted labels for Ginger, Cinnamon, Pepper, Cloves, Nutmeg, Mace, Allspice, and Cardamon. Circa 1850s.

**SOLD** E132 19th Century Wooden Mortar & Pestle in fantastic original dry blue painted surface. Pestle is original and shows beautiful old patina to the wood.

L303 Late 19th century North Carolina country farm table in original blue painted surface featuring a four-board scrubbed top resting on apron that is fully mortised and pegged into the turned legs. The wood is southern yellow pine. Circa 1860-1880s.

L267A 18th century Pewter Lidded Flagon engraved with various initials and “H” “1753” on top of lid and prominently “DC” with faint remnants of “1753” on bottom. Heavy.

L268A Large six-sided pewter wine container with threaded lid with ring for carrying, and threaded spout cover. Engraved “HC.SHB” on side and bears maker’s stamp on bottom “R-B”. Very heavy.

L266A Pewter Tobacco Jar – C.1790-1800 -features a slightly tapered body, banded base, slightly flared foot and acorn finial.

L307 Handmade Oriental Area Rug featuring rich colors and geometric motifs with nice pile - showcasing rug making at its finest.

L271 Late 19th century General Store Coffee Bin for “Jersey Coffee” with its original pumpkin painted surface advertising “100 pounds Jersey Coffee” stenciled in black on the front, and “Pittsburg Pa ” stenciled on the back. Hinged slant front lid on top bears “Jersey Coffee” and “Dayton Spice Mills Dayton O.” in black with black pin striping. Circa 1885 – 1890’s.

L333 19th century blue and white Spongeware pitcher boasting the classic sponge-applied blue semi-banded speckled pattern on durable stoneware. A banded embossed/impression of double diamond patterns encircles the bulbous base.

L332 19th century blue and white Spongeware bowl featuring the classic sponge-applied blue speckled pattern with a solid white band in center.

L331 19th century blue and white Spongeware pitcher boasting the classic sponge-applied blue speckled pattern on durable white stoneware. A banded embossed/impression of double diamond patterns encircles the bulbous base.

L311 1930s Paper Mache Pulp Pumpkin Smiling Jack O Lantern. Circa 1930-1940s. The lantern retains great original orange and green surface with what appears to be its original wire handle and paper insert for eyes and mouth.

L312 1930s Rare, double sided, small sized Paper Mache Pulp Pumpkin Jack O Lantern. Circa 1930-1940s. The lantern is in very good condition and retains original orange surface with what appears to be its original wire handle. The paper inserts for eyes and mouth are present on both sides.

L305 Folk Art solid wood hand carved and hand painted figural Pig - advertising "Meat Market" painted along the bottom. This carved solid wooden Folk Art Pig in original paint is holding a carved wooden knife and fork (both removeable). Extremely detailed and uniquely carved face, snout, ears and plump body dressed in traditional butcher’s attire. Outstanding piece of American Folk Art. Measurements: Base measures 8 ¼” x 6 ½” and overall height is ~19 ¾” tall.

*SOLD* L305 Folk Art solid wood hand carved and hand painted figural Pig - advertising "Meat Market" painted along the bottom. This carved solid wooden Folk Art Pig in original paint is holding a carved wooden knife and fork (both removeable). Extremely detailed and uniquely carved face, snout, ears and plump body dressed in traditional butcher’s attire.

L310 Folk Art Bird House bearing its original green, white and Spanish red painted surface. It has two chimneys and a lot of character with the front bump out with hexagonal roof, overhanging porch with scalloped trim and individual posts, and applied windows and doors.

RM1597 Civil War Model 1860 Cavalry Sword and Scabbard made by “Mansfield & Lamb – Forestdale R.I.” as stamped on blade. The reverse side is stamped “U.S. / C.E.W. / 1864”. This sword is one of 37,500-edged weapons produced for the U.S. Ordinance Department by this manufacturer during the Civil War. The sword retains its leather hangers attached to the scabbard – which is very rare!

L301 19th century hanging shelf with shaped ends and mortised shelves retaining its original white painted surface. An original mortised brace supports the center back of the shelf for added stability. Circa 1870s-1880s.

**SOLD** L304 19th Century Pennsylvania Hepplewhite stand featuring delicately tapered legs retaining its original dry, blue painted surface. The apron is fully mortised into the legs and secured with wooden pegs. Square nails secure the top to the base. Circa 1840s.

Q191 Mid-19th century Massachusetts farm table with one drawer on side, retaining its original mustard base with red-washed top. This great table features a three-board top resting on nicely tapered Hepplewhite legs. The apron is fully mortised and pegged into the legs.Circa 1850s.

L285 19th century Shenandoah Valley, Virginia small one door cupboard with raised legs bearing original red painted surface. Door opens to reveal divided shelf sections. Post and panel construction secured with wooden pegs and square head nails. The woods are yellow pine and poplar. Original brass hinges. Measurements: 26” wide x 12” deep x 26 ½” tall.

*SOLD* L285 19th century Shenandoah Valley, Virginia small one door cupboard with raised legs bearing original red painted surface. Door opens to reveal divided shelf sections. Post and panel construction secured with wooden pegs and square head nails.

L281 19th century Pennsylvania Wash Bench with its original dry green painted surface. This bench boasts decorative cut out feet and splayed legs affixed to the top by way of a double mortise. The drop apron along the front features shaped ends. Original mortised cross braces on back. Circa 1850.

L291 Nice 19th century Pennsylvania one door cupboard bearing original old blue / gray over original red painted surface. Great wear. The paneled door opens to reveal a clean, natural patina interior with shelves for added storage options. Circa 1850s-1860s.

**SOLD** L262 19th century painting signed by American artist J. Loveling depicting sheep in a fenced pasture with a chicken standing close by. Oil on canvas, nicely framed in a 3” deep ornate gesso frame. A brass label is attached to the bottom center of frame that reads: "At Pasture" “J. Loveling.”

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