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Number
Item
Description
       

AS-0086

Painted CREST/SHIELD. The motto is French for literally "God and my right"   English c. 1850.

Size: 18 1/4" H x 13 1/2" H

         

AS-0097

Pair of carved shields with heraldic symbolism. English c. 1800.

Size: 10 1/2" H x 9 1/2" W

     

AS-0272

Oversized large painted & embossed iron escutcheon / architectural stunning piece. Hand hammered. American, Early n1900's.

Size: 19 1/2" H x 15 3/4" W

     
     

AS-0284

Long painted colorful display panel of hardware paint store to showcase exterior house paint samples. American, Mid-Century.

Size: 6" H x 42" L.

     

AS-0292

WELCOME ~ Carved on this wonderful painted wooden slice of watermelon ~ greeting sign. American.

Size: 8" H x 17" W x 3/4" D

     

BF-0723

BAMBI - A folky carved wood & painted sculpture of a yearling / young buck. Early 1900's.

Size: 15" H x 13 1/4" L

 

BF-0881

Dressed CAT carrying a big FISH on its back Black Forest most unusual sculpture inkwell. Swiss, Late 19th Century.

Size: 8" H x 6 1/4" W x 4 1/2" D.

     

CO-0128

Pair of Nubians carrying buckets behind which are candle holders. This is a rare form. Well carved and ebonized with glass eyes. French c. 1840.

Size: 13" H.

 
     

CO-0727

Wooden toddy / love spoon inscribed with Rev. W. P. BroomTree. Welsh c. 1840.

Size: 12 1/2" L

     

CO-0776

Rare English love‑token knitting sheath, c. 1780, carved in a soft curve and filled with nesting hearts; a symbolic keepsake rather than a working tool. One side carries the tender motto “Think of Me” alongside the initials M.P., giving it a wonderfully personal touch.

Size: 6 3/4" L

       

CO-0780

Carved wooden panel with folksy center floral basket.  French c. 1870.

Size: 8" H x 32 1/2" L x 1" D

   

FA-0100

Pair of carved heraldic panels of noble families crest one of clasping hands and the other of lions. English c. 1870.

Size:  18" H x 13 5/8" W

     

FA-0182

An unusual mystical carved reliquary with two kings holding wreath swag within their mouth and a face its tongue sticking out. Probably 18th c. Flemish..

Size:  6" H

   

FA-0226

Carved & painted Norwegian dragon drinking vessel. The writing translates to “I carry [it] around the table” which is a traditional saying often painted on bowls that were passed from guest to guest during celebrations. c. 1920.

Size: 5" H x 9 1/2" L x 4 1/4" D

     

FA-0268

Carved wooden dancing man ( jigger ) with "screw-in" handle. Late 19th Century.

Size: 13" H

     

FA-0281

Two rare miniature axes with great surface and paint. Probably ceremonial for Odd Fellows or Masons. American, Late 19th Century.

Size: 7 1/2' H

   

FA-0331

Great old paint on this possibly passenger pigeon decoy c. 1860 on a later base.


Size: 3 1/2" H x 13" L (bird only)

     

FA-0348

Scandinavian mangle board with horse and Masonic symbols. Dated 1833.

Size: 6" H x 25 1/4" L

       

FA-0351

Carved & painted folky sculpture with two spotted dogs, donkey and a little girl holding the donkey's reins. American, mid-20th Century.

Size: 4" H x 9 1/4" L x 2 1/4" D

     

FA-0369

Two carved & painted American pipits on driftwood base, one with a nest. American, 20th Century.

Approximate size for base is 7" x 3".
Approximate for birds 2¼" x 3½".

     
 

FA-0381

Four horse heads turn outward in a tight, carousel‑like circle, rising from a base carved with five lucky horseshoes and a front heart framed by twin horses. A compact folk carving with symmetry, spirit, and a touch of barn‑loft romance — lively, luck‑laden, and full of quiet character. American, 19th Century.

Size: 2 1/4" H x 2" L x 2" D

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FA-0394

Carved & painted articulated female doll jigger on later stand. c. 1860.

Size: 13" H

       

FA-0395

Naive & charming carved & painted small figures of five figure family.  Early 1900's.

Size: Father 8" H
        Mother 8 1/4" H
        Son 7 1/2" H
        Daughters 5" H , 7" H

         

FA-0398

Center carved medallion of bull in a crown motif in armorial panel ~ King Bull. English c. 1790.

Size: 12 1/8" H x 17" W x 1/2" D

       

FA-0456

Carved & painted two birds perched on tree branches. German, 1900-20's.

Size: 9" H x 7" W x 6" D

   

FA-0462

“Til Erindring” painted on this rosemaling bend box. It is a common phrase translate to 'In Loving Memory" which is on many Scandinavian folky objects. c. 1880..

Size: 5 3/4" H x 7 1/4" L x 3 3/4" W

       

FA-0469

Painted wood carvings mushroom [red] - signed Joseph Faure sculpteur dated 1998.

Size: 7" H

   

FA-0479

19th c. Scandinavia painted-decorated rosemaling bend box.

Size: 5" H x 7" L x 3 5/8" D

       

FA-0482

Carved & painted Scandinavian tankard with Rosemaling. 19th Century.

Size: 7" H x 6" D

     

FA-0485

"When the beer goes in, the wit/sense goes out" ~ Translation from an old Scandinavian traditional saying on this carved & painted rosemaling dragon drinking vessel -- "Naar ölet gjeng ind, so gjeng vite ut."19th Century.

Size: 5" H x 9 1/4" L x 5" D

   

Carved & painted with Rosemaling horse head kasa drinking vessel. Norway, Late 19th Century.

Size: 6" H x 11 3/4" W x 6" D

       

FA-0503

Small carved & painted whimsy of couple underneath a lamp post.American c. 1930.

Size: 9" H x 7" W x 5" D

   

FA-0504

Painted Norwegian wooden basket with decorative piercings. c. 1910.

Si6 1/2" H x 9 1/2" Dze:

       

FA-0505

Carved mahogany Bust of a Man. American.

Size: 14" H x 5 1/2" W x 3 1/2" D

       

FA-0517

Mid-Century Folk Art small diorama of a running white horse with gilded birds & a checkered floor. American.

Size: 8" H x 12" L x 3/4" D

   

Lovely painted green & blue bend box with red star and carved initials underneath lid ~ JHG. American, 19th Century.

Size: 2 1/2" H x 6" D

     

Small wooden folding screen / board with etched symbols: heart, anchor, sun, diamond, etc. Primitively scratched on back ~ WHYPEET.

Size: 6 1/4" H x (unfolded ~ 6 1/2" W, folded 3 1/4" W)

       

Green painted pantry bent box with 8-pointed star decoration. American, 19th Century

Size: 2 5/8" H x 6 1/4" D

     

FA-0539

Charming folksy naïve / primitive deer / stag wooden sculpture found in Vermont. American, Early 1900's

Size: 17 1/2" H x 13" L x 5 1/2" D

       

FA-0540

Unusual Norwegian rosemaling decorated octagonal small tray. Early 1900's.

Size: 1" H x 16" W x 5" D

       

FA-0547

Interesting carved jigger in original paint with fur for hair and "facet cut" glass for eyes. Early 1900's.

Size: 10" H

       

FA-0557

Whistles - carved & painted articulated figural whistles. Wales c. 1900.

Size: 7" H

       

FA-0562

Diminutive solid wood treen-shaped heart "love token". c. 1900.

Size: 1 1/2" H x 1 1/8" W 3/16" D

     

FA-0581

Folky yet skillfully carved classical head with ribbon in detailed carved hair. Signed "Navarro 95" on base.

Size: 12" H

     

FA-0592

Small red painted wooden hatchet from an Odd Fellows Lodge. American, 19th Century.

Size: 14" L x 6" W

       

FA-0602

Two carved & painted hunting dogs.

Sizes: Standing dog ~ 2" H x 2" L, Running dog ~ 1 1/2" H x 5" L

     

FA-0604

Carved & painted folksy eagle relief with great surface. American, 19th Century.

Size: 9 1/2" H x 20" L

     

FA-0607

Unusual Folk-Art coat / hat rack made to look like a "big heart" with antlers and painted wood. American, Early 1900's

Size: 28 1/2" H x 24" W x 13 1/2" D

     

FA-0632

Fine wicker works on this burgundy painted doll carriage. American, Early 1900's.

Size: 25" H x 31" L

     

FA-0644

Unique whimsical folky wall pocket headed with 9-point star flower, white porcelain buttons & carved applied art. American c. 1900.

Size: 9 3/4" H x 6 1/2" W x 3" D

     
   

FA-0645

Carved and painted folky and unusual birdhouse; shingled form with heart and diamond cut-outs, bird entrance on each side. American c. 1900.

Size: 6 1/2" H x 16" W x 6" D

     

FA-0653

Carved & painted Scandinavian pig bank. Early 1900's.

Size: 3 1/2" H x 5 1/4" L

     

Miniature carved & painted two "Gulls in Motion" signed Russ P. Burr, Hingham, MA. American, 20th Century.

Size: 6 1/2" H

     

FA-0687

Folky portray of patriotic shield with applied decorations on maple plaque. American, Late 19th Century.

Size: 12 1/2" H x 18 1/2" W

   

Superb carved walnut & inlaid wall box made of one-piece; probably to hold wicks or matches with inlaid stars & decoration & chamfered scalloped backboard. American, Late 19th Century.

Size: 4 1/4" H x 2 5/8" W x 1 3/8" D

 

FA-0697

Small box with a drawer & old painted surface. American c. 1870.

Size: 6 1/4" H x 10" W x 10" D

 
     

Painted & carved majestic great horned owl model signed by Robert & Virginia Warfield Jaffrey, New Hampshire. American, 20th Century.

Size: 13" H

     
     

FA-0706

Open waterfowl diorama sculpture of a pond with 11 miniature decoys (there is also a dog hidden in the tall grass). By A. C. Gould.. American.

Size: 6 1/2" H x 15" W x 6" D

     

FA-0722

Folky carved & painted sculpture of birds on burl base. Scandinavian c 1920.

Size: 11" H

     
       

Large carved & white painted folky eagle with a flat-back. American, Early 1900's.

Size: 7 1/2" H x 44" L

     

FA-0740

Adorable toy folky miniature cutlery tray in old paint with good wear and old surface. American, 19th Century.

Size: 3" H x 6 3/4" L x 4 3/4" D

 

"In Memory Week End Hinsdale" ~ small carved & painted folky figure; sitting, thinking & reflecting. American, Mid-Century.

Size: 4" H x 4" L x 2" D

 
     

FA-0752

Painted staved whimsical vessel with horsehead handles. Scandinavian, Early 1900's.

Size: 7" H x 6" D

 
     

FA-0753

Rosemaling painted Grautambar / Tine Box.  Norwegian, Early 1900’s.

Size:  8" H x 9" D.  

   

Rare early Scandinavian burl wood drinking (ale / beer) vessel with horse head handles. c. 1820.

Size: 4 3/4" H x 8 3/4" D

 

Folk Art painted & dated 1857 book shaped box possibly to house a bible. Some of the paint is worn.

Size: 6" H x 4 1/2" W

 
   

Strong colors & carving on this 19th c. painted hanging box. The lid carved with a bird and the top with a wonderful rainbow sunburst wheel.

Size: 15 3/4" H x 8 1/2" W

     

Painted & carved wonderful "LOVE TOKEN" Spruce Gum Box shaped like a book with "Forget Me Not" on the spine & hearts, central star, and geometric design. American, Dated 1882.

Size: 5 1/4" H x 3 3/4" W x 2" D

     

Early chunky carved Scandinavian ale bowl / KJENE with horse head handles.

Size:  5" H x 9 1/4" W

     

FA-0789

American carved wall pocket with applied red-painted chip-carved ornaments and white porcelain buttons and an outstanding original dry surface and crisp carvings. c. 1880.

Size: 9" H x 8" W x 3 1/2" D

     

FA-0773

"Fall River, July 27th 1920. May this little stool fill your heart with joy, when you go riding, Warren, me boy. F.T.B." on one side of this small painted stool and decorated on each side. Made from reclaimed wooden boxes. Real Folk Art Treasure. Dated.

Size: .11 1/4" H x 9 5/8" W x 9 1/4" D

     
     

Superb 19th c. American spruce gum box shaped like a book, featuring a rugged surface, intricate relief carvings, and sap/gum decorations with hearts and geometric patterns.

Size: 2" H x 6 3/4" W x 5" D

     
   

Large carved cat head with bow tie and glass eyes. American.

Size: 14" H

   

FA-0819

Pair of well carved & painted soldier figures displayed on later bases. Late 19th Century.

Size: 11 3/4" H

 

FA-0821

Charming 19th c. carved & painted dollhouse box with a back opening.

Size: 12" H x 13" W x 5" D

 

FA-0826

Painted folky whatnot shelf with yellow & brown sponge paint. American, Early 1900's.

Size: 33" H x 15 1/4" W x 4 1/2" D

   

Owl carved & painted LETTER RACK. Owl amidst foliage front panel painted with a red & gold ribbon. American, Early 1900's.

Size: 8" H x 9 1/2" W x 3 1/2" D

       

FA-0834

Unusual folky wooden sculpture of a teapot - carved & painted. Spout has a tin lid- on the other side a flower carving. American, Earlyb 20th Century.

Size: 7 1/2" H x 8" W x 3 1/4" D

       
     

FA-0836

Nice crusty old red paint surface on this small wooden wall box. Americana folk art.

Size: 8 " H x 4" W x 2 1/4" D.

       

FA-0844

Small carved & painted bird - outstanding example of folk naïveté & sophisticated design in one. American, Mid-Century.

Size: 8" H x 9 1/2" L

 

FA-0846

Small folky sculpture with old paint and different surfaces, with his arms outstretched and palms up wearing a cap of sorts ~ go figure! Americana Folk Art.

Size: 4 1/2" H.

   

FA-0847

Carved & painted primitive "outside art" man's head on stand (all one piece)

Size: 6 1/4" H

   

FA-0852

Small folky carving of a man (resembling George Washington) digging with a shovel.

Size: 7 1/2" H

   

FA-0858

Fabulous pair of large carved & gilded salt & pepper shakers. Carved as faux large tassels with a rope tied around the ball. The salt shaker has a ceramic top and the pepper shaker has a cross finial.

Size: salt - 8" H, pepper 9" H

 

FA-0864

Small wooden bank trick box with end grain construction with paint & inlay decorations in the shape of a 1930's radio. American.

Size: 4 1/2" H x 2 3/4" W x 2" D

 

FA-0874

Small weathered Papier-Mâché & wood Donkey with faux fur surface & some stable cracks. c. 1900.

Size: 3 1/2" H x 4 1/2" L.

     

FA-0879

Red painted storage / traveling truck/box with the initials O.K.T. and some pleasing decorations and life scares (wear). Found in Maine.

Size: 13 1/2" H x 25 3/4" W x 14 1/4" D

     
 

FA-0884

Miniature chest (could be a tea caddy) with bone inlay decoration including hearts on the front & inlaid star or flower in a circle on top lid & brass lion head handles. American, 19th Century.

Size: 6 1/2" H x 7 3/4" L x 4 5/8" D

     

Charming wooden painted Penguin standing on a painted green base worn look adds to its character. American, Early 1900's.

Size: 10 1/2" H x 3 3/4" L x 5 7/8" D

   

FA-0888

Dazzling inlaid decoration on the inside of this wooden square bowl on four button feet & stunning inlaid pinwheel on bottom covered in glass. American, 19th Century.

Size: 3" H x 7" D

     

FA-0890

Loaded decorated folksy arched top two pocket wall hanging with rich variety of decorations. Overall mother-of-pearl inlay, various stars, circles, geometrical shapes. Stencils depicting musicians and stylized foliage. American, Late 19th Century.

Size: 11 1/2" H x 8 1/4" W x 3 1/4" D

   

FA-0891

Figural butter paddle carved with dog - the back legs act as the handle. Some age cracks (see pictures). American c. 1900.

Size: 1 1/2" H x 8" L x 5" D

     

Old painted Cape Cod theatre program box with "Chatham Theatre" and "Harwich Theatre" in a worn yellow against a brown background. American, Early 1900's.

Size: 10 1/8" H x 10 1/2' W x 2" D

     

FA-0897

Cutting Board with pair of horse heads. Initials KK inscribed on back lower right-hand.

Size: 18" H x 9 1/2" W

 

Handcrafted Birchbark basket with gentle curvature, scallop shaped articulated handle and scalloped rim.

Size: 5 1/2" H x 5 3/8" D

     

FA-0898

Carved wooden ladle "love token". There is an unreadable inscription on the back. Swedish, 19th Century.

Size: 13 ½” L.

     
     

FA-0901

Unusual vintage Swedish carving depicting a bird, with later L-shaped wall hanger for display. A charming fusion of artistry and function.

Size: 2 1/4" H x 6 5/8" W x 6" L

   

FA-0902

Swedish hand-carved and painted distaff love token, rich in symbolism of love and commitment. Intricate hearts and crosses reflect deep sentiment, while inscriptions like "ABV" and the dates "1892" and "10/87" hint at personal significance. A beautiful example of Scandinavian folk art traditions.

Size: 19 3/8" H x 5 1/4" W

     

FA-0903

This wonderful Swedish spoon by Sami people (native to the Nordic region) with reindeer antler decorated & dated 1942 & Birch Burl wood.

Size: 5 3/8" L x 2 5/8"D.

     

FA-0904

Carved & painted miniature Turkey, signed on the bottom by Stan Sparre (1923–2011), Cape Cod. A lively little bird with Sparre’s sure hand in the feathering and stance — perched with that watchful, woods‑edge posture that feels straight out of a Cape morning. A warm, character‑rich carving with folk spirit and natural grace.

Size: 5" H x 6" L x 2" D

 

FA-0906

Carved & painted miniature Owl -signed on bottom - Stan Sparre, (1923–2011), Cape Cod.

Size: 4 3/8" H x 3" L x 2" D

   

FA-0908

Miniature carved & painted male Wood Duck by Stan Sparre (1923–2011), Cape Cod. Crisp carving and strong color.

Size: 3 1/2" H x 5" L x 2" D
   

FA-0913

Unusual relief & painted wooden medallion round with birds, vines & a bold, multi-petaled central starflower.

Size: 10" D

   

FA-0917

"Oh My!" A humorously carved & painted head of a Prussian soldier wearing a pickelhaube helmet with a surprised look. c. 1920.

Size: 9” H.

      FA-0918

Cast Iron "love token" Trivett - two love birds (symbolize love & peace), underneath two central hearts (symbolize love & affection) and a sun or star at the top, representing light and prosperity. American, Early 1900’s.

Size: 8 5/8" L x 4 1/4" D x 1" H

 

FA-0924

Naïve folky marquetry inlaid box rough dry surface with a bird, stars and round circles and the initials V. I. E on top. Stars and round circles adorn three sides. Dark blue velvet encompasses the inside box and lid. American, 19th c.

Size: 3 1/4" H x 8" W x 5 1/4" D

     

Whimsical carved and painted folk art sculpture depicting aPHOTOGRAPHER operating a large-format bellows camera on tripod. The animated figure is rendered in exaggerated form, capturing the humor and character of early photographic practice. Signed “Gary Proctor, Columbia, PA, 1989.” American.

Size: 9" H x 6 1/2" W x 2" D

     
   

FA-0929

Hand‑carved heart sugar mold in solid block construction, with a deep, well‑shaped cavity and strong presence. American, Early 1900's.

Size: 7" H x 5 7/8" W x 2 3/8" D

         

FO-0339

Interesting geometric layered Tramp Art mirror. American, Late 19th Century.

Size: 15 1/2" H x 18" W

   

FO-0381

Faux Brick and Shingled Roof House-form Wall Cabinet, with towel rack below. American, Late 19th Century.

Size: 22" H x 17" W x 8 1/4" D

   

FO-0532

Carved & painted dinky appealing frame with a heart & flowers (love token) with a later mirror insert. Early 1900's.

Size: 10" H x 7" W x 3/4" D

     

FO-0573

Hand‑painted 1938 folk art frame with a cut‑out comic figure stepping over the lower edge. A playful Depression‑era mix of painted board and scroll‑sawn relief, full of period humor, color, and handwork. American.

Size: 6 1/2" H x 5 1/4" W

         

GT-0215

Small carved folksy horse.  German c. 1900.

Size: 7 3/4" H x 8" L

   

Early Painted Oil‑Cloth Ball, c. 1880 - Hand‑stitched in bold primary colors with honest, period wear. A rare American toy that survived with strong form, great surface, and true folk charm — a standout example for any early‑toy or Americana collection with custom made steel display stand.

Size: 4" D (ball) 9" H (w/stand)

   

PO-0033

Miniature Erzgebirge painted wooden wedding scene party. German, Late 19th Century.

Size: Avg. 1 1/2" - 2" H

   

PO-0028

Early English Coach Panel ~ Coat of Arms of Baron Berwick c. 1820. The motto - "qui uti scit, ei bona" tranlates from Latin as, "He should possess wealth who knows how to use it." Condition: Two old splits in the wood; with old canvas restoration (19th Century). The written notes on paper are not stuck to the back; they are separate. 

Size: 9" H X 9" W

       

Watercolor of Sailor. On the back it reads, "Dear Father, Mother, Brothers and Sister Weep not for me for I'm living and well and I hope that I shall very soon see you all I wish you to put this in a frame. English c. 1870.

Size: 9" H x 7" W

PR-0373

19th c. 3-D diorama of a Welsh working kitchen in a glazed gilt frame.

Size: 9" H x 12" W

   

Small, wonderful metal silhouette with frame of Abraham Lincoln in raised arm speech motion pose. American, Early 1900.

Size: 12" H x 9" W

   

PR-0384

Goin' Fishin' ~ carved & painted navie 3-D wooden plaque of "bathing beauty type" lady with a fishing rod. American, 1930's.

Size: 12" H x 6 1/2" W

         
         
         
         

 

 

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