Polar Cub Brass Blade Electric Fan

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1950: item #621255
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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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Chronmaster Aircraft Electric Fan

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1940: item #621253
1001

Aircraft 4 Blade Electric Fan by Chronmaster Electric. The blade reads: Chronmaster Electric Corp., Aircraft 10"-No.1000 and has a Pat. No. 1.943.2702.041.921. This fan has a great Art Deco Style with its multi-step metal base in a black crinkle paint finish. It appears to be all original in its current condition except for the brown electrical plug wire. The fan head is adjustable and can be tilted up and down. It is working condition and is nice and quiet. 14" tall and 11" diameter wire cage.... Click for details

Lg. Petrified Tiger's Tooth

Archives: Collectibles Pre AD 1000: item #619944
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A large ancient tiger's tooth that has almost turned into stone. Found in Southeast Asia. Teeth like these were used as pendants by ancient people in Asia. This one is about 2000 years old and is in fine condition with a lot of the enamel still remaining. Can be worn as a pendant.

Moritoki Tayu Huge Bizen tsubo jar vase

Archives: Collectibles Contemporary: item #619909

Moritoki Tayu is arguably one of the most underrated Bizen potters. His work is well fired and has classic Momoyama proportions. This large ( about 10" diameter and 11" tall ) tsubo is no exception, note how the ash fell about around the neck and shoulders, beautiful fire color also. A real stunner of a piece. Rich and classic. In signed box.

Beautiful Rimpa flower chawan Kato Kobei V tea bowl

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1980: item #619886

Kato Kobei V ( 1893-1982 ) was one of the early "modern" style potters in Japan along with such greats as Arakawa Toyozo, Kato Tokuro, Kato Hajime, Tsukamoto Kaji, Rosanjin, and others. His son Kato Takuo ( the sixth Kobei ) was designated Living National Treasure for his work in Chinese and Persian styles. This is a perfect example of Kobei 5's work a sublime rimpa style iris is done in blue with gold accents. About 4.5" in diameter, it is also on the large side. Chawan like this retail for... Click for details

Vintage1930s AMERICAN BEACH Negro Ocean Playground Sign

Archives: Collectibles: Memorabilia Pre 1940: item #619878
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This fabulous 1930's American Beach cast iron sign reading "AMERICAN BEACH FLA Negro Ocean Playground" is in excellent condition with all original paint and vintage patina. This is NOT a reproduction! This sign was originally sold to be used as a license plate topper by African American folks frequenting this beach. It measures 11 inches in length x 4.50 inches high at its tallest point. Rarely found with this much original paint! ... Click for details

PAIR OF VINTAGE SKOOKUM DOLLS

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1950: item #619095
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For the collector/connoisseur of "Bully Good" Skookum dolls, this near mint, male/female pair stand 11 1/2", and as far as I can determine are all original. Fresh out of a New Jersey estate.

Huge Natural Turquoise Bead Necklace, 31"

Archives: Collectibles Contemporary: item #618751
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This is a stunning necklace with beads of generous proportion and a total length of 31". The turquoise is natural and undyed, with the beautiful matrix that sets off the turquoise dramatically. This is truly one of the most beautiful necklaces we have had in the shop.

Kato Kageyaki XII e Shino chawan tea bowl

Archives: Collectibles Pre 1970: item #617646

This branch of the Kato family has been making Mino pottery for about 400 years! Kagayaki ( 1899 to 1972 ) was the 12th of his lineage and was named Gifu Intangible Cultural Property ( one step below living national treasure ) in 1958. This chawan is a fine example of his work. Feels great in the hands with its thick rich glaze and just enough drawing to make it interesting. On the large side at 5" diameter. In signed box.

Large and detailed Jeff Shetima Zuni fetish carving sgn

Archives: Collectibles Contemporary: item #616922

This one is a masterpiece. Not many people Know about Jeff Shetima, his output is small, and he is not the best marketer, but his work is magnificent. Go to the Sedonawolf website to see some more examples. Most of his work is snapped up by collectors as soon as it hits the market. This wonderful piece stands over 6" tall and depicts a corn earth woman ( gaia or mother earth? ) with an olla pot on top of her head with a gold dragonfly on the olla! She cradles a turtle in her lap she also we... Click for details