Clocks Fine Arts Furniture
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Page Turner
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Pre 1900 item# 1001598 (stock# 2203)
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Gordon S. Converse and Co.
610.722.9004
$150.00
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This painted with nine colorful birds perched on a flowering spring branch. The style very typical of the last half od the 1800s, or "Arts and Crafts" style. A satinwood and other wood page turner or "reader" that served as an aid to one reading the newspaper or any large portfolio, which would briskly turn pages while reading as well as serve to serve as a guide in keepin the place for reading.
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Georgian Knife Box
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Pre 1837 VR item# 855264 (stock# 8638)
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Gordon S. Converse and Co.
610.722.9004
SOLD
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A fine inlay mahogany Georgian knife box offering an original interior with slotted receptacles for knives, spoons, and other sterling dining utensils. Most knife boxes have altered or missing interiors, but not this one. The upward opening lid opens reveals inlay on the inside lid in addition to the exterior casement. Late 18th or early 19th century, and of superior craftsmanship. The lock, now damaged, has the keyhole covered with an engraved silver shield.
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