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This box was included in the March 1960 exhibit at the Detroit Institute of the Arts entitled, American Folk Arts from the Collection of Ruth and James O. Keene, wherein it was captioned “Spill box, Connecticut, ca. 1750”. Complex carving on the front of the box features a well-developed and precisely carved heart that includes beautiful rosettes and design elements that correlate to the remaining areas on the front of the box. SALE PENDING
Yarn sewn rug, 2nd quarter 19th century. Sewn onto a homespun linen base, this early sewn rug features a central bouquet of red, rose, and white flowers tied with a bow, similar to a floral compote that was a popular motif during the early 19th century.
Rare and wonderful pair of miniature blue smoke decorated tin sconces. A mere 8.5” tall, the backs taper from the crimped crest to the curved arm that holds the crimped drip pan and narrow candle cups. SOLD
Liberty “Emblem of Peace” dated 1823.
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Charming, diminutive mid-18th century mirror, probably New England. The shaped crest sits on a molded frame. The reddish/brown painted surface is dry and “sugary” and appears to be original. As does the looking glass that has the expected and appropriate de-silvering of glass from this period.
Portrait on wood panel, attributed to Jacob Eichholtz (1776-1842). This rare small oil on wood panel dates to Eichholtz’s earliest period, 1808-1811, when he painted his subjects simply and in profile. This handsome young gentleman has ginger colored hair, attractive features, and is dressed and coifed in the style of the period.
A true early "make-do" mirror.
To “make-do” is to maintain one’s possessions for as long as possible, repairing rather than replacing them, with the goal of not buying more than is necessary.
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