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Wood Trade Sign, NY c. 1915

A construction firm that built bridges and railroads in the northeast. $475

“One-Egg" Nantucket Basket

A very small open, round “one-egg” Nantucket basket c.1930-40, of diminutive proportions with carved wooden swing handle attached to the body of the basket by metal ears. Single-wrapped rim follows down woven body of basket to wooden base. Good state of preservation. H 2 ½”; D 2 ½”. Materials: rattan, oak and maple. Price: On Request.

Important Double Sided Tavern Sign, Massachusetts, 18th c.

A rare painted and wrought-iron tavern sign, with original ironwork intact. The oval plank painted on both sides, with yellow crescent moons and stars above the inscription D.W. Taylor and a trotting, sprightly white pony with orange saddle blanket and stirrups. First inscription reads "A. Bigalow Inn”. The oval framed with curlicues of zinc and gilded points. Oil on a black ground. In a private collection for 30 years. 53" in height by 56" wide. Price: On Request.

Lantern Clock, signed John Ebsworth, London

A rare and desirable Lantern Clock, made in London and signed “John Ebsworth in Lothbury Londini fecit”. Anchor escapement and very fine details, including bronze/brass ornamentation and forged parts. The center of the dial features beautifully engraved scrollwork and the maker's signature. The outer ring has engraved Roman numerals and a single forged steel hour hand. Finials top the cast bell and each of the four corner pillars. The clock features tooled top frets and hinged doors with locks. The clock sits on an oak wall shelf (of later date, as is typical, as are the doors). This clock is in excellent working and striking condition. The works are brass, bronze and iron. Pendulum is lead with a brass cover. Hand-forged chains with heavy lead weight and brass contra ring. Runs about 30 hours, striking every hour with an imposing sound. Height: 14.5” (including top finial). Price: On Request.

Early American Canteen, New England, 18th Century

An 18th century New England canteen with buttonhole bands. Price: $850.

Rare Sunwatch / Sundial Compass, Early 19th Century

Very early example of a pocket sunwatch, or personal sundial, which relies on the rotation of the earth for perpetual timekeeping accuracy. These were carried in the pocket much like a pocket watch. This was most likely made in Germany as the compass directions are marked West, Sud, Ost, and Nord. The paper dial is decorated with traditional early European designs of floral sprays, grapes, and leaf swags. A lovely early antique designed for a mariner or traveler. 1 3/4 inches, by a little over 2 inches. Price: $420.

Early Wood, Tin and Glass Lantern, c.1800

From the collection of Roger Bacon. These lanterns were usually pinned together with small wooden pegs. The corner posts project through the chamfered base forming feet. The dome chimney and bail handle are typical. All original except dowels to secure top to posts, replaced with period nails and, most likely all panes of glass with other old glass. Price: $795.

Folk Art Carved Busk, American, Early 19th Century

Busks were inserted down the center slot of a woman's corset to keep the corset rigid. They were made out of whalebone, ivory, metal or wood. This chip-carved wood example (made of a tight grained wood such as maple or applewood) is ornately decorated with classic folk art symbols--pinwheels, a heart, and hex-like designs and a total of eight peafowl done in pin-prick. Busks were often made by a sailor and presented to his love. Untouched surface with visible marks of its use, specifically at the top from handling, when sliding it and out of the lady’s corset. 13 1/2" in length. Price: $695.

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