Catalog: Vintage Arts: Decorative Art (239)

A similar item sold at Bonhams Auction a few years ago.

Virginia Metalcrafters 1890-2006 Waynesboro, Virgina. The started out as the Loth Stove Company and later acquired the Harvin Company of Baltimore in 1953. Authentic sand cast reproduction from special bases and alloys along with fine craftmanship and faithful attention to detail were reflected in all items made by Virginia Metalcrafters. These reproductions were as close to the originals in process, construction and finsih as was possible to achieve. VM used the Harvin Trademark. The symbol of the hand molder as well as their own Betty Lamp Hallmark in the production of many accessories such as their leaf trays, trivets, andirons, sconces, candlesticks and other decorative objects. It is no wonder they were sought after by museums, foundations, and historic preservationists to replicate our countries antiques. A list of some of their commisioned museum appointments while in business include: Thomas Jefferson, Monticello Memorial Foundation, Old Sturbridge Village, HIstoric Charleston, Historic Newport, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Colonial Williamsburg Restoration, Mount Vernon Mystic Seaport.

Suggested retail on this item is $120.00

This patterns has never been reproduced.

This item is in excellent vintage condition. There are no chips, no cracks, and no repairs.

Reference : Glass Toothpick Holders by Bredehoft and Samford 2nd edition, page 128.- The newer ones made after 1940 have a cupped and stippled base.

Originally this particular type of glass was developed in 1885 by the Mt. Washington glass Company. Queen Victoria named the glass "Burmese" because the beautiful blend of colors reminded her of sunset in Burma.

This is an older ( 1970's ) ruffle top basket in excellent condition. It is approximately 8 1/2" tall with the handle, 7" in diameter and 4" tall without the handle.

It has the beautiful Roses design. It is signed on the bottom "hand Painted J. Wilson."

There are no chips, no cracks, no repairs. This carnival glass bowl is in excellent vintage condition.

Crystal pitchers have never been reproduced to date. It is in excellent condition.

This plate depicts the lull, full of anticipation, before the family festivities- which in Denmark begin on Christmas eve- start.

The hustle and bustle of busy preparation is over. For the Children there is nothing left to do but wait. The little girl has thoughtfully put her teddy bear down where he can enjoy the Christmas trees, while she passes the time looking at a hare, that has come close to the house in search for food. In a few hours the many expectations, talked about for the endless weeks, will be fulfilled.

GENERAL

The vintage and antique items I offer have had a long and historical life and can show age, or character, depending on your point of view. Unless items are described as mint, please expect age appropriate wear.

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Fenton Hobnail milk glass has become an institution. Never has a glass pattern met with such enduring popularity. It is as beautiful as it is authentic in its early American styling. It's beauty is timeless.

Each glass is 7" tall. The opening of the bowl is 2 1/2" in diameter.

This is hallmarked "Roseville U.S.A. and style number.

There are no chips, no cracks, and no repairs to this item. This item is in excellent condition.

Much of the paint design is worn off.

These bottles have sold in the past for upwards of $325.00 for clear ones.

Weeping bottles are occasionally seen in the hands of Grecian-dressed mourners on monuments in New England cemetaries, particularly that of Green-Wood in New York, where a life size mourner is depicted holding such a bottle up to her eye to save her tears. The concept is based on a verse from Psalm 56:8, where David returns from losing a battle and cries out to God. Hast Thou not saved by tears in Thy bottle? The idea of God saving mourners' tears of grief appealed to Victorian religious beliefs, and thus women would hold these receptacles up to their eyes, saving their tears, and keeping the container on their dressing table. Some traditional accounts hold that the weeping bottles would then be emptied over the grave on the first anniversary of their death.

These bottles are in excellent condition. They are 7" tall.