Carved Shell Cameo Set

This demi-parure is a carved shell cameo set. Its age is unknown but I purchased it from an elderly woman (87) who said it was her mother's. I estimate the age to be between 1920 and 1950. The roll over clasp was advertised as early as 1913 and available in 1920. The brooch measures 1 7/8 " by 1.5 inches. Including back pin it is nearly 1/2 thick.

Early 1900's Carved Shell Cameo

Demi-parure Carved Shell Cameo

The metal has retained its luster and shows no tarnish. It appears to have some gold content but no markings are on any of the pieces to indicate so.

Left and Right Faced Cameo Clip On Earrings

The earrings have a left and right facing cameo.

And clip on backs.

Each earring measures 3/4 inch x 1/2 inch.

Back of Clip On Earring from Cameo Set

Back of Carved Shell Cameo with Color Variation on Shell

Side View of Carved Shell Cameo Brooch c1920-1950

Clip on earrings








Notice the shell color variation bleeding through on the back side of cameo brooch.













Note the uneven shell thickness. That can be seen from top to bottom and side to side.


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Northwood "Beads" C1900

Northwood Bowl in the Beads Pattern c1900

Northwood's Bead Pattern with Back Lighting to Show Colors

Northwood's "Beads" pattern is only found on bowls. This bowl shows the relationship between carnival glass and light. Very strong color display!













Various back lights and natural lights enhance the iridescent treatment of carnival glass and the distinctive pattern of each piece. The Beads pattern is on the exterior of the bowl and shows through in this back lit photo.

Interior Beads Pattern of Northwood Marked Bowl c1900

The Northwood mark, an N encircled, is shown in the center along with a strawmark obtained in the production of the glass. Such strawmarks are typical in glass of this era. To me, they add to the unique character of each hand shaped piece.

Northwood "Beads" Exterior Pattern on Green Base Glass c1900

This bowl has the desirable green base glass. It has a small nick or "flea bite" on the bottom rim. It is so small it must be searched for. The Beads pattern is on the exterior of the bowl while the interior has a strong display of color.

Northwood Bowl C1900

Northwood's bowl has a strong array of colors. It displays beautifully, particularly if it has a relationship with a light source. In excellent condition for being 115 years old.

Exterior of Beads Pattern on Northwood Bowl c1900

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Cast Iron Inkwell Crab in Original Bright Red

Wouldn't this crab look cute on the wall in a seaside bungalow? It has a cavity under its shell that would have held ink.

Cast Iron Crab Inkwell c1955

Cast Iron Crab with Shell Raised to Access Inkwell

This is a mid century cast iron inkwell c1955.

There are holes in the back legs so that it might be fastened to a wall for display.

It measures 7.5 inches wide x 7.75 inches long (front legs to back legs) and 1.5 inches tall.

Cast Iron Inkwell with Holes in Back Legs to Mount on a Surface or Wall

The crab is available at Woolbright's River City Antique Mall in Princeton, Wisconsin.
Booth PPR

$50

www.rivercityantiquemall.com

920-295-3475

Stoneware Bottle from Grand Rapids, Michigan

JB Folger Stoneware Bottle Late Mid to Late 1800's

JB Folger bottles come from Grand Rapids, Michigan. This one is in excellent condition! John Baldwin Folger founded the JB Baldwin and Sons Bottling Company in the mid 1800's. Most of the bottles that I collect come from the mid west. I have one other JB Folger bottle besides this one.

JB Folger Stoneware Bottle with Legible Stamp and Cobalt Collar

Notice the rim is in excellent condition. There is some staining on the bottle to the right of the stamp in the mid section of the bottle. Such coloration is common.

12 Sided JB Folger Stoneware Bottle c1875+-

JB Folger Stoneware Bottle

JB Folger Bottle c1875+-

The 12-sided hand built construction is more evident in this picture.

Bottom of JB Folger Stoneware Hand Constructed Bottle Mid to Late 1800

$225

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Midcentury Bull in Brutalist Style

This stylized bull reminds me of cave art with its simple lines. I found others on line that call this style from Japan in the mid century as "Brutalist." I believe it is cast iron with a treatment added to the surface to create the rust, black, gold and brown coloration.

Brutalist Style Mid Century Sculpture of a Bull with Lowered Head

Cast Iron Bull from Japan Mid Century on its Side

Sculpture of Bull with Lowered Head Mid Century Art

The sculpture is approximately 8.5 inches long x 4.5 inches tall x 2.5 inches wide.













This sculpture may be purchased from Woolbright's River City Antique Mall, booth PPR. $85  SOLD!

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Sculpture of Bull in Cast Iron

Lithographed General Store Dry Goods Bin c1880-1900

This bin has lithographed decorations on red paint. Though it shows much wear, even some graffiti, the bin is all original. It has a small ceramic knob for lifting the roll top door to the interior of the bin.

Portrait of Woman on Lithographed Tea Bin c1880-1900

Turn of the Century Roll Top with Ceramic Knob Country Store Tea Bin

Roll Top Functions Well on Lithographed Antique Tea Bin

Back of Antique Roll Top Tea Bin

The tea or coffee bin measure 8 7/8" wide x 8 7/8" deep x 11 7/8" tall.

Raised Roll Top on Lithographed Antique Tea Bin

Available in Woolbright's River City Antique Mall, booth PPR. 920-295-3475
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Primitive Two Piece Oak Set Back Cabinet

This two piece cabinet is hand built, estimate around 1900 or earlier. It has a message to deliver to Tomah, Wisconsin.

The hardware is all original and it has a working key. The left side door with the lock is slightly warped from being left ajar, however, it will close with the lock in place. The right hand door has a hook and eye closure at the bottom. The shelves have plate grooves at the back. Great for displaying collections, dishes, or storing homemade preserves. Might be used in any room in the house.

Upper Half of Oak Set Back With Key Escutcheon

The top halve sits on the lower half, slightly set back. The drawers and doors are in working condition.

Close up of Hardware on Drawers and Door Lower Half of Set Back

Matching Original Hardware on Oak Set Back C1900 or Earlier

Lower Half of Set Back Three Drawers and One Door

Drawer on Right Side of Primitive Set Back

This primitive two piece is for sale in Woolbright's River City Antique Mall. $600

www.rivercityantiquemall.com
920-295-3475

Turn of the Century White Wicker Doll Cradle

Wouldn't this look cute on a summer porch by the white wicker furniture?

White Wicker Doll Cradle C1900

 This small doll cradle is in excellent original condition. It has one area at the foot of the cradle that has sustained a break in the wicker. One of the spokes has snapped and the braided rim has a break.

White Wicker Doll Cradle with Wooden Bed C1900

It has a small "mattress" that was made to fit.

Antique Cradle with Handmade Mattress

A Vogue Baby Dear One Doll is a perfect fit! The cradle measures 24" long x 14" wide x 15.5" at highest point.

Vogue Doll in White Wicker Antique Cradle

Find these at Woolbright's River City Antique Mall in Princeton, Wisconsin. www.rivercityantiquemall.com
920-295-3475

Vogue Baby Dear One Doll with "Cryer" and Sleep Eyes

This doll's "cryer" still makes a cry when she is turned on her stomach and her eyes open and close. She currently rests in an early 1900's wicker cradle.

Vogue Baby Dear One Doll with Cryer c1965-1972

Vogue Label on Doll Dress

She wears an original Vogue Doll dress and a diaper. The doll head is also marked "Vogue Doll."

Vogue Doll in Diaper

Seam Stitching is Undone

The body is in good condition except the seam at the bottom of her torso.

Cryer in Vogue Doll

The "cryer" is visible beneath the fabric on the center of her back. 

Doll is available in Woolbright's River City Antique Mall.  http://www.rivercityantiquemall.com

Vogue Baby Dear One Doll Sleeping in 1900's Wicker Cradle

 

Franklin MacVeagh General Store May Flower Tea Counter Bin

Franklin MacVeagh was Secretary of State under President Taft from 1909 to 1913. At the end of his term, in 1913, he opened a wholesale grocery store in Chicago, Illinois. The store succumbed to the depression in 1932. Here is a lithographed bin that has survived from that era and location.

Franklin MacVeagh Grocery Store Bin c1913-1932

F.MacV  May Flower Grocery Store Tea Bin

The hinges are in good condition and the interior would hold a great deal of tea!

The lithograph is very elaborate and a great example of lithographed work from that time.

Small Wooden Knob on Grocery Store Tea Bin

The wooden knob to raise the lid has orignial screw.

This May Flower Tea bin measures 20 inches tall x 20 inches deep x 17.5 inches wide.

Evidence of Daily Use on All Sides of MacVeagh Tea Bin c1913+

Pre Great Depression May Flower Uncolored Tea Grocery Store Counter Bin

F. MacV Store Tea Bin with Lithographed Front and Top

Great lithographed tea bin with political and historical connections! Located in Woolbright's River City Antique Mall, Princeton, Wisconsin. Booth PPR. Call 920-295-3475.  $400