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Red Transferware Serving Pieces
These handsome red transferware serving pieces are copied from mid-19th century English Staffordshire pottery originals. The deep red color shows wonderfully on the cream background of the pottery. Click photo for details.
42G42Red Transferware Pitcher
2 quart (64 fl. oz.) capacity$24.42G52Red Transferware Oval Platter
11" high x 16" wide$40.42G03Red Transferware Serving Pieces -
Set of 2$61.
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Petal Base Candlesticks
The complex base moldings, resembling the shape of flower petals, date the originals of these decorative candlesticks to the mid-1730's, early in the reign of the British King George II. Heavy hand-cast brass, lacquered to keep them bright. Click photo for details.
41A52Petal Base Candlesticks - Pair$82.
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Whale's Tail Looking Glass
These mirrors are made right here in Massachusetts with an exuberant and traditional "whale's tale" crest. Solid Eastern white pine frame. Available in three colors. Click photo for details.
42D44Whale's Tail Looking Glass, Grain Painted$67.42D45Whale's Tail Looking Glass, Black$67.42D46Whale's Tail Looking Glass, Mustard$67.
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Doxology Sampler
The text of this sampler is what is widely known as "The Doxology", said to be the most famous of all Christian hymn tunes. The sampler is embroidered entirely by hand on tea-stained cotton muslin; it is not a print. Displayed under glass in a black painted wooden frame with a lightly distressed finish. Framed size is 13" wide x 12" high. Click photo for larger image.
41B14"Doxology" Sampler$31.
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"House Under The Trees" Sampler
The sampler is embroidered entirely by hand on tea-stained cotton muslin; it is not a print. Displayed under glass in a black painted wooden frame with a lightly distressed finish. Framed size is 13" wide x 12" high. Click photo for larger image.
41B15$31.
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Floral Cotton Print Pillows & Valances
Floral pillows feature self-fabric welting and are reversible. Matching balloon valence is lined with off-white muslin. Pillows and valances are 100% cotton. Click photo for details.
57Q22Floral Pillow, Light Green Background$21.57Q23Floral Balloon Valance, Light Green Background$30.57Q33Floral Pillow, Cream Background$21.57Q34Floral Balloon Valance, Cream Background$30.
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Painted Silhouette Prints
Essex County artist Sue Nagel executed the originals of these wonderful silhouettes. They are done in the style of better 18th century silhouettes, with hand-painted "embellishments" depicting the clothing of the sitters in addition to their heads. Framed under glass in black wood frames with gold accents. Finished size is 6" wide x 8" high. Click photo for larger images.
41C16Painted Silhouette Print - Woman$53.41C17Painted Silhouette Print - Man$53.41C02Painted Silhouette Prints - Set of 2$100.
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Single Sunburst Sconce
Both backplate and bobeche of this single sconce are embossed in exuberant radiating designs. Tinsmiths in rural towns and villages sought to imitate in tin the expensive mirrored glass sconces used in the "fancy" homes in coastal towns and cities. Made of tin with a hand-applied antique finish. Candles only. Click photo for details.
41D13Single Sunburst Sconce$15.41D13XSingle Sunburst Sconce - 2 or more$14.
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Floral Theorem Prints
Original theorem paintings are quite scare today because the art of painting on velvet was popular in America only from about 1810 to 1840. These contemporary prints reflect the rich color and detail of period paintings. Under glass in black frames. Framed size is 18 1/4" wide x 16 1/4" high. Click photo for larger images.
57E22Floral Theorem Print - Blue Bowl$63.57E23Floral Theorem Print - Striped Bowl$63.57E01Floral Theorem Prints - Set of 2$120.
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Wag On The Wall Clock
Clocks with pendulums but without cases have traditionally been called "wag on the wall" clocks. On our clock, a print has been laminated on a composite board. Face measures 10 1/2" in diameter. Reliable quartz movement, filigree hands, and lyre & harp pendulum. Click photo for details.
41C34$63.
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Round Sunburst Sconce
Both backplate and bobeche of this round sconce are embossed in exuberant radiating designs. Typical of the work of rural tinsmiths in America who sought to imitate in tin the expensive mirrored glass sconces used in the "fancy" homes in coastal towns and cities. Made of tin with a hand-applied antique finish. Candles only. Click photo for details.
41D14Round Sunburst Sconce$15.41D14XRound Sunburst Sconce - 2 or more$14.
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Diamond Needlepoint Pillows
Completely hand stitched needlepoint pillows in the traditional diamond pattern found on many rugs and floor cloths popular in the 18th century. The face is 100% wool, with velvet cord and backing. Click photo for details.
58F32Black Diamond Needlepoint Pillow$38.58F32XBlack Diamond Needlepoint Pillow - 2 or more$36.58F33Red Diamond Needlepoint Pillow$38.58F33XRed Diamond Needlepoint Pillow - 2 or more$36.
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Clipper Ship Placemats & Coasters
Our placemats and coasters contain images of famous 19th century clipper ships--"Cutty Sark" (1869), "Champion of the Seas" (1854), "Ariel" (1865) & "Taeping" (1863), and "Lightning" (1854) & "Nightingale" (1851). Both placemats and coasters feature a stain- and heat-resistant finish and flocked backing. Click photo for larger image.
41E46Clipper Ship Placemats - Set of 4$58.41E47Clipper Ship Coasters - Set of 4$14.
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Round Brass Candlesticks
This heavy round brass candlestick can be dated to the second half of the 17th century, based on the location of the drip tray, just under the candle cup. Hand-turned in four pieces from solid brass and assembled, just like the original. Highly polished and lacquered to retain its luster. Click photo for details.
41F40Round Brass Candlesticks - Pair$52.
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Village Green Tissue Boxes
Prints of Essex County artist Sue Nagle's work are applied to these wooden tissue boxes. They have been hand-decorated in a rosewood color, in a traditional grain painted pattern. Click photo for details.
41Q35Village Green Tissue Box, Boutique$45.41Q44Village Green Tissue Box, Regular$47.
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Lionel & Annie Prints
Executed by contemporary American artist Louis Cary in the style of itinerant New Hampshire folk artist Joseph H. Davis (active circa 1832-1838). These prints are framed under glass in lightly distressed black painted wood frames. Framed size is 15 1/4" wide x 19" high. Click photo for larger images.
41R25Lionel F. Craig Print$77.41R26Annie R. Yoxall Print$77.41R02Lionel & Annie Prints - Set of 2$147.
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Hand Forged Iron Towel Bar
Colonial communities depended on the blacksmith for most of their metalworking needs. This simple but practical towel bar is hand forged for us here in New England in a heart motif. A clear matte lacquer is applied to allow the subtle characteristics to show through. Interior use only. Click photo for details.
41V25Hand Forged Iron Towel Bar, 16"$30.
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Hand Forged Iron Toilet Paper Holder
Colonial communities depended on the blacksmith for most of their metalworking needs. This simple but practical toilet paper holder is hand forged for us here in New England in a heart motif with a "ram's horn" end. A clear matte lacquer is applied to allow the subtle characteristics to show through. Interior use only. Click photo for details.
41V36$37.
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Hand Forged Iron Paper Towel Holder
Colonial communities depended on the blacksmith for most of their metalworking needs. This simple but practical paper towel holder is hand forged for us here in New England in a heart motif with a "ram's horn" end. A clear matte lacquer is applied to allow the subtle characteristics to show through. Interior use only. Click photo for details.
41V46$39.
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Table Accessories
The century from 1750 to 1850 was the heyday of the American pewterer. Because the brass molds, into which the molten metal was cast, were costly, the designs changed very little over time. Our table accessories date to the late 18th century, but their design is timeless. Click photo for details.
41Y24Sugar & Creamer Set with Tray$85.41Y34Pitcher, 7 1/2" high$90.41Y43Gallery Edged Serving Tray, 14" diameter$76.
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Currier & Ives Nautical Prints
These prints depicting a three masted square rigged ship under full sail were originally published by Nathaniel Currier in 1849. Our reproductions are mounted under glass in a 1 1/2" wide beveled grain painted wooden frame in the same manner as the original Currier frames of the period. Framed size is 16 1/2" wide x 12 7/8" high. Available individually or as a pair. Click photo for larger images.
42A14"Gem of the Atlantic" Print$68.42A15"Gem of the Pacific" Print$68.42A10Currier & Ives Nautical Prints - Set of 2$129.
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Oval Brass Mirror Sconce
This oval sconce is based on the design of an 18th century English sconce, with a clear mirror surrounded by a hand-stamped brass frame. The arm and candle cup are cast and turned in solid brass. Available individually and in pairs. Candle only. Click photo for details.
42A25Oval Brass Mirror Sconce$15.42A25XOval Brass Mirror Sconce - 2 or more$14.
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Cross Stitch Sampler
Samplers of this type became popular in the mid-18th century, stitched by young girls as part of their education. Our is cross stitched entirely by hand on fin count unbleached muslin. Under glass in a black wood frame. Framed size is 11 3/4" wide x 14 1/4" high. Click photo for larger image.
42D15"Jesus the Shepherd" Cross Stitch Sampler$48.
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Tin Tabletop Lantern
This lantern is fashioned of tin in a pewter finish, with glass panels and a metal cylindrical vent. Can be hung utilizing the the round handle on top or placed on a table top. Candle only. Click photo for details.
42D53$26.
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Redware Pitchers
These pitchers, typical of a pottery known as "redware", are made from clay common here in New England that takes its color from its high ferrous oxide (iron) content. Hand thrown and hand decorated, following an American potterymaking tradition begun in the 17th century. Available in three sizes. Click photo for details.
42F14Small Redware Pitcher$30.42F15Medium Redware Pitcher$48.42F24Large Redware Pitcher$96.42F03Redware Pitchers - Set of 3$166.
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Redware Mixing Bowls
These redware bowls are hand thrown and decorated here in New England, based on an early pattern known to have been made in Norwalk, Connecticut. Fired at high temperatures to make them more durable than the originals. Lead-free glaze. Available in three sizes. Click photo for details.
42G12Small Redware Mixing Bowl$22.42G13Medium Redware Mixing Bowl$42.42G22Large Redware Mixing Bowl$72.42G02Redware Mixing Bowls - Set of 3$130.
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Willow Tree Appliqued Picture
In the style of early American schoolgirl handwork, appliqued designs are cut from wool-blend felt and cotton flannel, then stitched entirely by hand to create this picture. Not a print--this is actually a hand-sewn image. Displayed under glass in a wooden frame painted black and distressed. Framed size is 12" wide x 10" high. Click photo for larger image.
42H13Willow Tree and Blackbirds Appliqued Picture$29.$0.
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Gentleman Farmer Prints
These traditional pastoral scenes are prints of original oil paintings by anonymous 19th British artists. Each scene depicts a "gentleman farmer" with his livestock. Framed under glass in black wooden frames. Framed size is 14 1/2" wide x 12" high. Click photo for larger image.
42K24Gentleman Farmer with Sheep Print$55.42K25Gentleman Farmer with Cow Print$55.42K20Gentleman Farmer Prints - Set of 2$105.
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Hogscraper Candlesticks
These candlesticks are reproduced from an early "hogscraper" candlestick found in Massachusetts marked "JAs. DAVIS." The sliding thumbscrew and push-up insert allow the candle to burn completely. Click photo for details.
42N05Hogscraper Candlesticks - Pair$45.
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Round Sewing Box
Use this pasteboard storage box, with its hand sewn fabric "tomato" pincushion, for all your sewing notions. Click photo for details.
42P54$18.
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George & Martha Washington Silhouette Prints
These are reproductions of early silhouettes of George and Martha Washington. Under glass in black wood frames with gold oval trim and a brass loop for hanging. Frames are 6 1/2" wide x 8 1/2" high. Click photo for larger images.
42R34George Washington Silhouette Print$34.42R35Martha Washington Silhouette Print$34.42R30Washington Silhouette Prints - Set of 2$65.
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Painted Oval Storage Boxes
In the manner of 19th century bandboxes, these pasteboard oval boxes have been covered in paper inside and out. The sides are individually grain painted; the lids are silk screened with hand painted details. Click photo for details.
42V53Painted Oval Storage Boxes - Set of 3$44.
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Mini Desk Lamp
An open tin shade deflects light on this reproduction of an early desk lamp. Hand made of tin with a primitive finish. Weighted conical base. Aged drip candle sleeve holds one candelabra bulb, 40 watt maximum. Click photo for details.
42W12$22.
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"Old Woodbury" Print
Folk artist Katie Berry lives and paints in rural Connecticut. This autumn scene brings to mind the last warm days of fall in New England. Our print of her original painting is mounted under glass in a wide molded frame, solid wood painted black. Framed size is 19 1/2" wide x 15 1/2" high. Click photo for larger image.
42W41$60.
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Small Concord Lantern
The front panel is hinged for easy replacement of burned out bulbs. Clear glass. Cream-colored plastic socket cover. Uses one candelabra bulb; 60 watt maximum. Wall mounted. Entirely made of solid brass. Available in two finishes - antique brass (shown) and dark brass. Click photo for details.
49B11Concord Lantern, Small$245.49B12Concord Lantern, Small$245.
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Large Concord Lantern
The front panel is hinged for easy replacement of burned out bulbs. Clear glass. Includes a glass chimney, 8 1/2" high. Uses one standard light bulb; 75 watt maximum. Wall mounted. Entirely made of solid brass. Available in two finishes - antique brass (shown) and dark brass. Click photo for details.
49B21Concord Lantern, Large$278.49B22Concord Lantern, Large$278.
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Electrified Oil Lamp
A reproduction of a 19th century oil lamp, made for us in Indiana of spun metal with a satin black painted finish. One-way switch, so it can be used with compact florescent bulbs for energy savings. Complete with white linen shade. Click photo for details.
49D13Electrified Oil Lamp$75.49D13XElectrified Oil Lamp - 2 or more$72.
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Metal Candlestick Lamp
The design of a handsome 19th century candlestick has been adapted for use as a lamp. Made for us in Indiana of spun metal with a satin black painted finish. Complete with white linen shade. Click photo for details.
49D23Metal Candlestick Lamp$75.49D23XMetal Candlestick Lamp - 2 or more$72.
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Redware Lamp
To decorate the two-handled crock used to make this lamp, the potter daubs the unglazed clay with dots of manganese (a naturally occurring mineral), in the manner of traditional 19th century redware. High gloss glaze. White linen shade. Click photo for details.
49G10Redware Lamp$118.49G10XRedware Lamp - 2 or more$112.
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Hooked Hearth Rug
Like a 19th century original, our hearth rug is hand hooked in a floral motif from strips of wool blend fabric on a 100% cotton burlap base. Overcast edges. Hearth Rug measures 36" x 18". Click photo for details.
49M24$89.
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Kingston Chandelier
Candle cups in a unique tulip pattern and center post all hand-turned from maple, with five antiqued tin arms. Wooden parts are finished in black paint on a base of cinnamon, lightly distressed, with taupe highlights. Uses five candelabra bulbs; 60 watt maximum each. Diameter 14"; height 11 1/2". Click photo for details.
50B22$297.
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Lincoln Chandelier
Made for us here in New England, with a hand-turned maple center post. Note the six antiqued tin arms that curve gracefully below the post. Center post is painted black over mustard with "old red" accents. Antiqued tin arms hold aged drip candle sleeves. Uses six candelabra bulbs; 60 watt maximum each. Diameter 22"; height 18". Click photo for details.
50B33$338.
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Duxbury Chandelier
A simple country chandelier, with a hand-turned maple center post and five curving antiqued tin arms. Plain bobeches and simple candle cups. The center post is painted cranberry on olive green with black highlights. Aged drip candle sleeves. Uses five candelabra bulbs; 60 watt maximum each. Diameter 19"; height 13". Click photo for details.
50C12$312.
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Lover's Knot Maroon Coverlet
True heirloom quality, this coverlet is an authentic reproduction of the "Lover's Knot" pattern. Using antique looms, the design is skillfully woven. 100% cotton. Click photo for details.
50Y31Lover's Knot Maroon Coverlet, Full/Queen Size$250.
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Lover's Knot Multi Colored Coverlet
True heirloom quality, this coverlet is an authentic reproduction of the "Lover's Knot" pattern. Using antique looms, the design is skillfully woven. 100% cotton. Click photo for details.
50Y41Lover's Knot Multi Colored Coverlet, Full/Queen Size$250.
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Hanging Drawer Box
Our hanging drawer box (as they were originally called) is designed to hang on the wall or to rest against the wall on a table or chest. Constructed of solid Eastern white pine and nicely finished in slate blue paint over a base of black, lightly distressed. Click photo for details.
57A12$159.
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Wooden Shelf Clock
This shelf clock is adapted from the wooden case clocks known generally as "Massachusetts shelf clocks" made during the first quarter of the 19th century by clockmakers in Boston, Newburyport, Southern New Hampshire, and Vermont. Made entirely of Eastern white pine, with a hinged glass-front door. Painted black over a base of red, lightly distressed. Shelf Clock measures 12 1/4" wide x 4 1/4" deep x 17" high. Click photo for details.
57A22$205.
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Blue Transferware Tea Service
Our blue transferware tea service is a reproduction of a mid-19th century English design that features a fanciful group of Oriental pagodas surrounded by a floral border. Click photo for details.
57C33Blue Transferware Tea Service - 9 pieces$156.
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"Sleigh Ride At Shaker Village" Print
Visitors to Hancock Shaker Village in Massachusetts will recognize the scene of this finely detailed print by contemporary American artist Karen Cruden. Our print of her original painting is mounted under glass in a solid wooden frame, painted black with red line detail. Framed size is 20 5/8" wide x 17" high. Click photo for larger image.
57E12$77.
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"Old State House" Print
A print of James B. Marston's 1801 painting of the Old State House in Boston. The square in the foreground was the site of the 1770 "Boston Massacre". Under glass in a nicely molded distressed black wooden frame. Framed size is 33" wide x 25" high. Click photo for larger image.
57E33$143.
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Fruit Basket Theorem Prints
Theorem painting, the art of stencilling on white velvet, was popular with young ladies in America about 1810-1840. Our contemporary prints reflect the rich color and detail of period paintings. Under glass in black frames. Framed size is 21 1/4" wide x 15 1/4" high. Click photo for larger images.
57G14Fruit Basket Theorem Print - Peach$73.57G15Fruit Basket Theorem Print - Grapes$73.57G01Fruit Basket Theorem Prints - Set of 2$139.
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Painted Wall Basket
Designed by contemporary American basket maker Linda Searcy, this wall basket is best described as "tight and tough". Tightly woven and painted in her trademark "gunge" finish, it is great for use indoors and out. Click photo for details.
57G21$41.
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"Sailors' Delight" Prints
Painted by the contemporary primitive artist Ralph Cahoon (1910-1982), who lived on Cape Cod in Massachusetts and was renowned for his paintings of mermaids. These prints are mounted in black painted wooden frames, under glass. Framed size is 27 1/2" wide x 21 1/2" high. Click photo for larger image.
57K14"Sailors' Picnic" Print$129.57K15"Sandwich Massachusetts" Print$129.57K01"Sailors' Delight" Prints - Set of 2$245.
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"Imaginary Harbor View" Print
Found in Salem, Massachusetts, this overmantel painting (c. 1800) is attributed to the Neapolitan artist Michele Felice Corne (1752-1845), who lived in Salem, Boston, and Newport. This print is framed under glass in a wood frame painted black and lightly distressed. Framed size is 33 1/2" wide x 20 1/2" high. Click photo for larger image.
57K24$139.
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Torrey Sisters Portrait Print
Two sisters from the Torrey Family of Fitchburg, Massachusetts are depicted in this painting--Sarah FRances Torrey (born 1829) and Frances Isabella Torrey (born 1831). Our print is a faithful copy of the original painting, now in the collection of Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum. Under glass in a black wooden painted frame. Framed size is 19 1/2" wide x 23 1/2" high. Click photo for larger image.
57N23$124.
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Floral Hooked Rug
In this handsome hooked rug, the maker has created an interesting design using mirror images of the same floral motif at each end. Entirely hand hooked with strips of wool-blend fabric on a burlap backing. Click photo for details.
57Q32$159.
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Floral Display Baskets
Georgia basket maker Linda Searcy has designed these baskets to be used to display dried floral bouquets. They are tightly woven and painted in her trademark "gunge" finish. Click photo for details.
58C13Floral Display Basket, Large$31.58C22Floral Display Basket, Small$21.58C01Floral Display Baskets - Set of 2$50.
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Grain Painted Waste Baskets
These grain painted waste baskets have been painted to coordinate with our popular grain painted tissue boxes. Together, they make a striking combination for use in the bedroom and bathroom. Click photo for details.
58L31Grain Painted Waste Basket - Mustard$76.58L32Grain Painted Waste Basket - Rosewood$76.
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Children's Portrait Prints
This pair of portraits depicts two prosperous mid-19th century children wearing their finest clothes. These prints capture the details and lovely colors of the originals. Framed under glass in rosewood stained wooden frames. Framed size is 15 5/8" wide x 21 3/4" high. Click photo for larger image.
58N31Boy with Dog Print$84.58N32Girl in Blue Dress Print$84.58N30Children Portrait Prints - Set of 2$160.
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Zigzag Rugs
Hooked rugs became popular in America during the second quarter of the 19th century. There appears to be no limit to the number of ingenious designs, as these zigzag patterned rugs demonstrate. These high quality rugs are hand hooked with a fine-gauge 100% wool yarn on a cotton canvas backing. The resulting small loops make these rugs perfect for high-traffic areas. Click photo for details.
58R22Zigzag Rug, 2'6" x 8'$179.58R11Zigzag Rug, 2' x 3'$55.58R12Zigzag Rug, 3' x 5'$139.58R21Zigzag Rug, 5' x 8'$363.
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Clipper Ship Waste Basket
The image on this metal waste basket is of the legendary 19th-century British clipper ship "Cutty Sark", said to be the fastest and greatest of the vessels that carried tea from China and wool from Australia. Click photo for details.
58R31$57.
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Country Check Linens - Mustard
Country check linens are available in coordinated window treatments, table linens, and chair pads, all made from 100% cotton woven in a two-color check pattern. Click photo for details.
42L42Mustard Check Tailored Valence$22.42L53MMustard Check Tailored Curtain$30.42F33MMustard Check Unlined Shower Curtain$48.42L25Mustard Check Placemats - Set of 4$18.42L35Mustard Check Napkins - Set of 4$12.58T11Mustard Check Chair Pad$19.
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Country Check Linens - Black
Country check linens are available in coordinated window treatments, table linens, and chair pads, all made from 100% cotton woven in a two-color check pattern. Click photo for details.
42L43Black Check Tailored Valence$22.42L53BBlack Check Tailored Curtain$30.42F33BBlack Check Unlined Shower Curtain$48.42L26Black Check Placemats - Set of 4$18.42L36Black Check Napkins - Set of 4$12.58T21Black Check Chair Pad$19.
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Country Check Linens - Red
Country check linens are available in coordinated window treatments, table linens, and chair pads, all made from 100% cotton woven in a two-color check pattern. Click photo for details.
42L44Red Check Tailored Valence$22.42L53RRed Check Tailored Curtain$30.42F33RRed Check Unlined Shower Curtain$48.42L27Red Check Placemats - Set of 4$18.42L37Red Check Napkins - Set of 4$12.58T31Red Check Chair Pad$19.