$450.00
In very good condition except for a few minor pulls at the edges, whuch are easily and cheaply repaired.
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All original paint, original metal corners, overall excellent condition with a minor scratch on one side, and a wood chip in the top right on the reverse side. 23" by 23"
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The ship, on a custom made stand, is 36" long and 32" tall, with a beautiful patina, is in excellent condition, with no flaws to speak of.
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$1,995.00
The gilded over gesso frames are period and probably original. Sight size of each is 16 3/4" by 12 7/8", while the framed size is 21 1/4" by 17 3/4"...
$350.00
The box is 13 1/4 inches in length, 7 1/4 inches in depth, and 6 1/2 inches tall. Overall condition is excellent, with no cracks or breaks, and virtually all of the original, unrestored paint is present. The lock and hinges are original and in fine shape. There is the normal amount of wear along some of the box edges.
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22" by 22" by 1 1/2" high.
$390.00
The condition is generally very good, with some rippling to the paper. The frames have expected wear but display well...
$1,850.00
The vane has a wonderful weathered and rough brown surface, and is in overall excellent condition...
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The painting is in very good condition, with good color, and no tears or creases...
$925.00
The painting is in overall excellent condition, and the frame itself has some scuffing and wear, which could easily be touched up...
$225.00
NOTE: Between September 12, 2012 and January 13, 2013 the American Folk Art Museum held an exhibit on this art form...
$975.00
Stephen Girard came to the United States, and Philadelphia, around 1776, and became one of the wealthiest men in the nation. He was well-known for his philanthropy, and founded Girard College. During the War of 1812, Girard was responsible for saving the U.S. from financial collapse...
$995.00
In contrast to the creasing, heavy foxing and flaws that many examples of this type art have, the overall condition is excellent, with no tears and only a spot or two or discoloration...
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$3,250.00
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$550.00
The painting is in very good condition, with what is probably its original gilded frame and wood backing. The overall size is 16" by 14".
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Boards of this type (non 8 x 8 squares) are often commonly and mistakenly called checkerboards. In reality, they are boards for the game of "draughts", which evol...
$825.00
This good-sized painting is in overall excellent condition, as is the frame. The sight size is 14 5/8" by 12 3/8", and the framed size is 19 5/8" by 17 1/4".
NOTE: Foil paintings were done primarily in the second half of the 19th century, and ...
$4,500.00
One of the factors that contributes greatly to the rarity is the use of silver metallic threads circling the "eyes" of the peacock's feathers. The color range in the rug is beautiful, with no jarring clashes. All dyes are natural, with no use of artificial coloring.
The condition is excellent, with virtually no worn spots, tear...
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This actual box is illustrated in the book "19th Century Wooden Boxes", by Arene Burgess
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Most tinsel paintings have suffered a fair amount of paint lifting or loss, whereas this example only has a few spots of very minor age loss in a couple of small areas in the white background, making the overall condition excellent
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This charming painting depicts just such an instance, with the attractive young woman leaving a note in the hollow ...
$995.00
The size is 43" by 30 1/2". The...
$1,650.00
The rug has a felt border, easily detached if so desired. The condition is excellent, with good colors and some slight scattered wear to the border. The size is 40" by 30".
$995.00
The 21" by 17" rug is mounted in a museum approved manner on acid free board. The condition is excellent, with no issues.
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The sight size is 19 5/8" by 15 3/4", with a framed size of 23 1/4" by 19 1/4". The condition is excellent, with no cracks or breaks, nor...
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Housed in a period and probably original frame, measuring 17" by 13 1/4", the painting itself is 12" by 8 1/2". The condition of this gem is excellent.
Tinsel paintings of this type are almost a completely American form, becoming highly popular around 1870, and continuing into the mid 20th century. Earlier pieces, such as this on...
$375.00
The painting is in excellent condition, as is the later frame, which measures 16 1/4" by 13 1/4".
$195.00
$1,350.00
$275.00
$780.00
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The condition of the painting is ...
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Sight size 15" by 12"
$335.00
Another notable point is that the tray is in excellent condition, with no cracks or breaks. The paint is all original and untouched, with a nice dry surface. The wood used is pine, and construct...
$125.00
There is a crack in the glass at the top left, and a small piece of glass is missing. The frame is in good condition with a number of very small scattered flecks of paint ...
$950.00
Th...
$1,150.00
The sight size of the painting is 2 1/2" by 2". It is housed in its original cast brass locket which is 2 5/8" by 2 1/8", and, in the engine turned back, has a glazed aperture containing a woven plait of hair. Below this aperture is e...
$450.00
$1,675.00
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$1,895.00
Some minor creasing and spotting, which are much less obtrusive in person than in the photos.
$125.00
The basket is 8 5/8" in diameter and 4" tall. Condition is terrific, with no breaks. There is the normal amount of scattered paint flaking which is not really apparent and does not affect the impact of this little ...
$885.00
The paint is all original with no loss, and the structural integrity is pristine, with no breaks.
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This particular basket is done in vibrant tones of green, yellow, and natural brown. A sun motif was then potato stamped in...
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The basket is 18" long, 12" wide, and 14 " to the top of the handle. Overall condition is excellent, with only one splint split on the interior, not visible from the outside.
A fantastic display or collection piece.
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The design of the vane is f...
$725.00
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Excellent condition with no tears, folds, or restoration. There is some light even toning which is very common with her works and does not detract from this gem o...
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$1,150.00
$550.00
Condition is very good, with some very minor paint separation at some points on the edges. The grayish areas in the painting are shadows from when the photograph was taken. The sight size is 15 1/2" ...
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As mentioned in other listings, tinsel paintings of this type are almost a completely American form, becoming h...
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It measures approximately 61 1/2 inches by 33 inches, and i...
$875.00
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The sight size is is 12 1/2...