Glazed hanging cupboard from the 19th century. Purchased many years ago, we were told this piece was of southern origin. It may be as it appears to be made of cypress and heavy for its size. It was scraped to its original red and green. Dimensions are 27 1/2” by 11” by 24” overall. It is made with a dovetailed case. The door is mortised and pegged. The hinges and turnbuckle are original. The cupboard likely had a crown at one time. It's a great size and ready to hang!

Classic coach painted game board. 1870’ or 80’s. This hand painted ‘city’ game board was likely done in a shop by professional painters. The makers of such boards also worked with furniture makers, as well as with coach builders and sign makers. This board is finely painted in 4 colors along with gold gilt trim. It is commonly thought that boards such as this were intended as chess boards given their elegant appearance. This square nailed game board is in excellent original condition.

Large horse weathervane in paint. Pictured on its iron stand, the vane measures 37” nose to tail and 24” to the top of the ears. This was recently discovered lying face down on a dirt floor in an Ohio barn. Handmade of sheet iron, the piece likely dates to the late 19th century. No doubt painted numerous times, it appears it has always been red. It is offered in original as found condition with old losses here and there, none of which take away from the presence of this vibrant red horse!

Large painted splint basket from the 19th century. This heavy basket has a wonderful form with a round opening and square bottom. It measures 14” across at its widest. The carved handle is near 13” high overall. The reinforced bottom measures approximately 12” by 10” square. Great original milk chocolate paint adds to the basket’s overall appeal. The piece remains in excellent original condition with only a minor loss or two from use. This basket will be a nice addition to any collection.

Painted firkin from upstate New York. This wooden bucket is in appealing original mustard paint and sturdy condition. It stands 10” tall and measures 9 7/8” across the lid. It widens to 11” across at the base. The three tapered fingers are attached with copper staples. The bentwood handle is fastened with wooden buttons. The crisp condition of the exterior of this firkin combined with its ultra clean interior suggests this is a piece of ‘new old stock’ meaning it was never used.

Great make-do peg rack from a 19th century hand hewn chestnut beam. This piece was taken from a home in New York state, where it had been for years. This early beam was transformed into a peg rack long ago simply by adding twigs as pegs. The maker, chose branches from the apple tree because of the dense hardwood. These twigs are sturdy and will stand up to any reasonable weight. The piece measures 42 1/2” long, 5” tall on the face, and 5 1/2” deep allowing it to work as a shelf as well.

Large turned bowl in great original nut brown surface. The bowl is wonderfully warped as any 19th century piece should be. It measures 18” in diameter with the grain and only 16 1/2” against giving it a great form. It is 5 1/2” deep overall. Adding to the appeal of this piece is a well developed lip. Measuring a full 1” wide across the chamfered edge, the lip protrudes creating a grip all around. The bowl is in very good overall condition with a few tight age cracks as seen in the pictures

Folk art shelf. This 19th century piece was found in northern Illinois years ago. Likely made as a clock shelf, it is constructed of clear white pine and is square nailed throughout. A medallion shaped back is fronted with a scalloped 2-drawer shelf. The piece measures 14 1/2” tall and is 21” wide overall. The shelf measures 7 1/2” deep. The piece was first finished in dark varnish, but was faux painted later in the 19th century. It is offered in excellent as found condition.

Woof! Woof! Wonderful carved bust of a boxer dog. This vintage 20th century piece was recently purchased in New England from a larger collection of canine related folk art. Fully dimensional, the carving stands 11” to the tips of the upright ears. The base measures near 6” square overall. It is a substantial piece with excellent detail right down to the dog’s somewhat stoic expression. It appears to be carved of pine. The only markings are limited to “D A D” scratched into the base.

This colorful country mirror in ogee frame measures 19” by 27”. Dating to the 19th century, it is complete with early if not original mirror in place. Ogee frames were made of wood veneer and typically finished with a stain or varnish. No doubt such was the case with this piece. However, for reasons unknown, this frame was painted a vibrant green and given a deep red border many years ago as is evidenced by the surface. The end result is a great mirror for use in a colorful country room.

Heavy wooden bowl with cracks and a mend. This early bowl measures 15” across with the grain, 14” against the grain and is 4” deep overall. Surface and wear are what makes this piece appealing. When one thinks of the efforts to save a bowl like this as opposed to replacing it one understands its importance to the owner those many years ago. It is a survivor. Original blue/grey paint and a large copper staple that has kept it together for centuries gives it a wonderful look!

Small wooden bowl in excellent original condition. This smaller chopping bowl measures 12 1/2” in diameter at the widest shrinking to 11 1/2” at the narrowest. It stands 3 1/2” to the top edge. Easily dating to the 19th century, the bowl has nice turnings including a shallow foot and shaped lip. It is a smaller size making it a perfect fit for a nest of bowls. However, it is its original black paint that is most appealing. The dark dramatic color adds depth to any painted bowl collection.

Wooden apple box in original red paint. This earlier box is made with square nails through out. It is constructed from pine with butt joints and a pleasing cant to each side giving it a great form. Measuring approximately 12” by 10”, it stands 3” to the lip. It is a great size for displaying on a tabletop or in a cupboard. It is offered in excellent original condition with the most appealing dry surface.

19th century measures in original blue paint. Purchased from a private collection, this stack of wooden measures appear to have never been used. They remain in vivid original paint and show no wear from use. Discoloration to the largest measure suggests it was exposed to moisture at some point. The maker's stamp is illegible, but it appears they were made in Royalton, MA? Each measure is marked C.P. on the exterior. The stack stands 27” high, the largest measuring 14 3/4” by 7 1/2”.

Tin tankard. This larger tin vessel was handmade in the 19th century. The cup stands a full 7” tall and measures 5” in diameter. The top band the of the tankard is stamped ‘J ROBERGE POT’, which could be the name of the tinsmith who made it? This was recently purchased out of a collection and remains in the very best original surface and condition. Size and form combined with condition makes this a great piece of early American tinware.

Small rooster weathervane from the top of a hen house. The rooster measures approximately 15” by 16” as shown roosting on its iron stand. This sweet handmade sheet iron vane likely dates to the early 20th century, if not before. A wonderful rooster sitting atop a graphic 3-dimensional arrow makes for a great farmhouse statement in any interior. The weathervane is offered in original as found condition with some traces of the original paint remaining.

Somebody spilled the strawberries! This small 19th century painting measures 15” by 10” out of the frame. Showing freshly picked berries tumbling out of a wooden produce basket, one would assume these delicious looking strawberries were about to be cleaned with shortcake not far behind! This was found at a small New England market. Oil on linen, the painting is in excellent original condition with no damages or repairs.

Early carving from New England. Although only a fragment remains of this early toy, what a fragment it is! Soft pine was nicely carved into a wide face atop a thick full body. The face looking very near like Schroeder of Charlie Brown fame, is finished with a hairstyle reminiscent of those of the 19th century. Remnants of cloth and pegs are all that remain of the arms. Slots in the lower torso indicate missing legs. The carving itself is 9” tall and stands 12” high as shown.

Pair of oversized eider drake decoys found in a boathouse in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Easily dating to the 1940s, these decoys were no doubt a part of the same rig. Each eider measures 22” from tail to beak. The bodies are about 9” wide and near 4” to the tops of the back. Their larger size adds to their decorative appeal. Handmade, they remain as found in ‘working’ paint. They are a great size for display and an excellent way to bring a touch of Maine into any home.

19th century Halma game board. 17” by 26”. The game of Halma is an American game invented in 1883 or 84 by a Harvard Medical School surgeon. The name was taken from the Greek word meaning jump. Based on an earlier English game, this was the inspiration for the later game of Chinese checkers. Small multi colored squares gives Halma its visual appeal and makes the game a nice addition to any collection. Found in the midwest, this piece is in original paint and very good as found condition.

Small turned wooden bucket in original red paint. This delightful little bucket is less than 2” high to the rim and is just 2 1/4” in diameter. It is complete with a wire bail handle and turned wooden grip. Likely from the late 19th century, at some point ‘GOOD BOY’ was written in pencil on one side. The idea may have come from seeing other buckets of the period with similar sayings? Size, surface, and condition make this a sweet addition to any collection of country painted smalls.

Rectangular shaped carrier with large tombstone handle. 13 1/4” by 11”. This early utilitarian piece is square nailed throughout dating it to the 19th century. Made out of pine, it is constructed with butt joints and a slight cant to each side. It is in original deep red paint showing surface wear as expected from years of use. The carrier is sturdy with no losses or damages. Its perpendicular handle is unusual giving this simple country carrier a desirable if not uncommon form.

Charming pair of early ice skates. Reflecting back to a different time when winter was met with enthusiasm and possibilities, this pair of 19th century skates was found in Maine. Made of hardwood and steel, the blade measures a full 12” from end to end. Although showing age, the leather bindings remain intact buckles and all. Tied together, who knows how long these have been put away? They are a delightful decoration for camp or cabin.

Double-sided game board c.1900. This graphic homemade piece measures 32” long and 16” wide. It is unusually made with a thin pine board sandwiched at each end between wide slats and finished with a narrow frame on each side. Of course it is the wonderful stars on both sides that sets this piece apart. A simple game of pachisi and an ordinary checkerboard are both embellished with stars giving this game board undeniable visual appeal. It is guaranteed original in both paint and condition.

Hand carved wooden crow decoy from the early 20th century. This simple full-bodied carving is offered in original black paint. Dry surface and age cracks in the wood suggest this piece spent most of its life outdoors exposed to the elements. It is this very surface and condition that give the old crow its appeal. Apart from some minor loss to the tail feathers, this decoy is in great as found condition. Measuring 9” by 9” by 3” wide overall, the carving is shown resting on its iron base.