American Folk Portrait of Young Woman; c 1825

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1837 VR: item #505957
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This pretty young woman, with a thoughtful expression on her face, sits serenely in a chair, holding a red book in her left hand. She is in a blue dress with white lace trim at the throat and cuffs. The large eyes, the reddish tint to the cheeks and ear, and the shadowing to the face lend a very haunting air to this work, which is very finely executed.

Based on penciled writing on the back, some of which is not quit... Click for details

American Miniature Portrait Painting on Ivory; c 1835

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1837 VR: item #505711
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A beautifully done American miniature painting on ivory of a pretty young woman. Careful attention to detail in the sausage curls, the tortoise barrette, the coral necklace, the highlighted lace with a brooch, to say nothing of the delicacy with which the face and eyes are painted, add to the charm of this work. There is lightly pencilled writing on the reverse, of which I can make out "Dear Margaret" and part of some other words.... Click for details

Charming American Miniature on Ivory Painting; c 1820

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1837 VR: item #505702
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A nicely executed American miniature painting on ivory of a good-looking young gentleman. The stamped brass frame is most likely original to the piece.

Sight size is 2" by 1 1/2", and the framed size is 3 3/4" by 3 1/4"

Miniature Folk Art Chest of Drawers

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1920: item #493820

16 1/2" x 12" x 9" miniature chest of drawers, pieced together from scrap wood; front decorated with carved and painted wood elements. Origin and date of construction unknown (though appears to be late 19th c. with drawers replaced c. 1960); purchased from a Wisconsin estate. In fair condition; row of applied carving under the top two drawers has been damaged, and there is a break in the bottom center support. The piece, however, remains sturdy. ... Click for details

Rare Penobscot Splint Basket

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art: Baskets Pre 1910: item #459205
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Rare Penobscot splint and sweetgrass covered basket with handles c. 1900. Measures 7.75 inches in height. Fine condition.

19th C Folk Art Walnut Pipe Wall Pocket C 1820

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1837 VR: item #457892

An Early 19th Century carved walnut hanging pipe wall pocket, circa 1820, possibly American. The back with a floral crest over carved lobed sides. The front panel with a reticulated circular decorative element. Condition: Very good with original surface. Dimensions" Height 13 1/4", Depth 3 1/2". Width 3 5/8"

South Carolina Folk-Art Face Jug with Earrings

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1920: item #452338
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Fine South Carolina Face Jug with Earrings c. early 20th century. Made of clay with applied burnt orange hill glaze. Nice features and mint condition. Stands 9.00 inches high.

American Sampler c. 1841

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1900: item #449605
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Offered is this American Sampler, probably Pennsylvanian, by Maria Lucy Tyler c. 1841. Some discoloration and wear. Measures 10.5 x 9.5.

Charming Folk Art Pastel Portrait of a Puppy, c 1870

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1900: item #442233
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A wonderful pastel painting of a puppy, done in a folky style in shades of brown, tan, black and white. The frame and backboard appear to be original. Sight size is 14" by 10 1/2"; framed size is 16 1/2" by 12 3/8". Except for a minor scuff in the background, the condition is superb.

Charming Folky Watercolor Portrait; C 1835

Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art Pre 1837 VR: item #440850
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A wonderful American portrait, watercolor on paper, of a young girl, done in a primitive, folky style. This curly-haired, blue-eyed moppet is wearing a black dress with a lace collar, and is holding a rose. This folk art piece is in its original 8 1/4" by 6 1/2" black-painted wood frame and still retains its paper backing. Sight size is 5 1/2" by 3 3/8".