1930Happy Ham Vermont Black Wood Pull Toy Advertisement

Archives: Collectibles: Memorabilia Pre 1940: item #634916
BA651

Measuring 9 inches long, this extremely RARE, 1930's, Black Wooden Pull Toy doubles as a wonderfully unique advertising piece!

This fabulous toy is labeled on each side of the orange wagon as follows: "HAPPY HAM FARM PRODUCTS, Newton & Thompson MFG CO, Brandon, Vermont".

The wagon is being "driven" by a hand-painted black figure who moves ... Click for details

Golliwog doll,tallest 1930's one I've seen.Great toy.

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1940: item #634828
LFTR 245

This 22" tall Golliwog is most impressive. He dates from the 1930's. My best guess is that he was made by the English company, Dean's Rag Book Co.Ltd.. He matches the pictures I have been able to find in every characteristic but one- his hands are made as 4 separate fingers, whereas the pictures show a mitten shaped hand stitched into fingers. The doll is made of wool felt. The trousers and jacket and back of one finger show signs of wear - some moth holes, some mends, some fading, some carefu... Click for details

Anton Reiche bride and groom chocolate mould.

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1940: item #634543
LFTR241

The premier maker of German chocolate molds. Anton Reiche, is the producer of this outstanding pair of moulds. They are the largest size bride and groom moulds Reiche produced in the early 1930's. They are 10 1/2" tall and 5 1/2" to 6" wide. The condition and definition are excellent.In the 1930's Lilliputian weddings were all the rage. Children were dressed in every detail to mimic an adult wedding party. They seem to have been sponsored by woman's clubs and churches - possibly as fund raisers... Click for details

Vintage 1930's Satin Print Blouse

Archives: Collectibles: Nostalgia Pre 1940: item #632469
VS312

Beautiful high fashion 30's blouse in a wonderful print of big flowers and leaves in shades of pink, peach, browns and lavender on a cream and dark chocolate brown background. The sleeve openings are on the bottom, leaving the shoulders to form a sort of draped point, and the front peplum forms a draped bow back, so this was very high style in its day. About a size 6, it measures approx. 14" across the shoulders, up to 37" bust, 26" waist, 16" waist length, and 38" hips. Probably made of rayon o... Click for details

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Compass Paperweight

Archives: Collectibles: Specialty Pre 1920: item #631630
20050078

Fabulous Hermes Paperweight in solid sterling silver. Rare Compass form, and it works, too! Made in France, for the House of Hermes by Ravinet D’Enfert. Marked with the makers mark R/Club/D in a Diamond, Minerva mark No. 1 for 950/1000 silver (finer than sterling). Ravinet D’Enfert has been in business since 1891, and is considered one of the top silversmiths in Europe. Compass measures 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter, and weighs approximately 9.11 Troy ounces (283.5 grams). Circa 1920’s or ear... Click for details

Older Kou Hawaiian calabash bowl pre-1900 hand carved

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1910: item #629058

This is a nice medium size umeke shape ( meat bowl shape ) bowl made of kou or possibly milo ( looks more like kou though ). I can not find any signs of lathe turning and the slightly uneven ( you can only tell by feel ) thick walls would tend to indicate hand carving. It also has a round bottom, not the flat bottom found on late examples. If it is hand carved that might put it as early as the third quarter of the 19th century. No repairs, excellent condition, slight use. Nice kuki nut fini... Click for details

Fabulous 50's Silk Couture Gown / Dress / Balenciaga ?

Archives: Collectibles: Nostalgia Pre 1960: item #628510
VD215

Perfect for the red carpet, this gorgeous 1950's couture gown is in the style of Christian Dior, or perhaps Balenciaga, but there is no designer label. The woman whose estate this dress is from owned several Balenciaga gowns, and this one is couture made with lots of hand-sewn details and finishing, both inside and out. The silk has very subtle stripes in shades of lilac with teal, which appears almost iridescent. The fabric itself is fairly light weight with a satin finish and a little stiffnes... Click for details

April river canoe paddle terminal Sepik tributary PNG

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1920: item #622179

A nice used paddle terminal form this remote region in the form of an abstract bird ( most likely a hornbill ). Nice patina and wear. about 6" tall with stand. Circa 1960 or so.

Yipwon hunting charm Karwari river Yimar old

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1920: item #622175

This is a fine old yipwon from the mid-20th century or earlier. Note the pierced nasal septum and the "ankle bone" these are both signs of older pieces. These were used as hunting amulets and attached to net woven bags that the men carried on a hunt. Great patina, some wear. About 10" tall.

Polar Cub Brass Blade Electric Fan

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1950: item #621255
1876

This wonderful POLAR CUB Brass Blade Electric Fan, is one of the last models made, circa 1948. There is a sticker on the bottom that reads: Made by the A. O. Gilbert Co., New Haven, Conn. Cat. No. A405EX-115 M3133. The fan appears to have been restored sometime in the past. Cage swivels nicely and the fan works very well. 10 1/2" tall and 9 1/2" cage.
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