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540. Sewing Sampler, Dated 1848
Child's sewing sampler features a scene of a house and a lake at center, two figures and a pair of tiny butterflies and birds, surrounded by a wide border of flowers. The name Frances Mason is embroidered in the center and dated 1848. Measures 19-1/2"W x 18-3/4"L. With wooden frame, measures 20"W x 20-3/4"L.
350/450
Sold: $299.00
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541. American Sewing Sampler, circa 19th Century
"Forget Me Not". Framed under glass. Very pretty stitching sample of flowers and the motto on punched board. Particularly rare, as mottos featured usually read "home sweet home". Brown stitches are accented with brown beads. Board measures apprx 7-1/2"W x 15-1/2"L. With gold lined wood frame, entire item measures apprx 10"W x 18-1/2"L.
250/350
Sold: $92.00
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542. Religious Tapestry, Dutch, circa 1879
Unique stitching sampler meditating on the death of Jesus. The crucified Christ is shown in the center framed by sacred hearts. Border is of multicolored grape clusters on a light green vine. Also depicted are crosses, urns and Dutch words. Angles bear the words "atonement of Christ". Size of fabric is apprx 20-1/2"W x 28-1/4"L. Verso bears tag Joh. Gerritsen. With simple wooden frame, entire item measures apprx 22-3/4"W x 30-1/2"L.
300/400
Sold: $57.50
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543. A Cast Iron Fire Truck, ca. 19th Century
Cast iron toy with movable parts. Three horses move in unison while in motion. Two figures attend the vehicle, painted colors include black, white and red with gold painted highlight. Apprx 8"T x 22"L x 7"W at harness.
1,000/1,500
Sold: $747.50
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544. An Antique Tabby Cat Doorstop
Painted fluffy cat in side profile. Cast iron in two parts with screw secure. Apprx 8-1/2"T x 7"W x 4-1/2"D.
125/225
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545. Another Antique Cat Door Stop
Solid bronze and painted black, a seated cat facing forward on a squared base. Apprx 12-1/2"T x 7-1/2"W x 2-3/4". interior inscribed "HORVATH".
200/300
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546. An Antique Terrier Door Stop
A side standing profile of a cream colored terrier. Cast iron in two parts with screw secure. Measures apprx 8"H x 7"L x 4"W.
150/250
Sold: $120.75
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547. Another Antique Dog Door Stop. ca. Early 20th Century
Boston Terrier, painted cast iron door stop/bank with opening in back. Cast in two parts with screw secure, very charming. Apprx 9-1/2"T x 9"L x 4"W.
200/300
Sold: $126.50
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548. An Antique German Shepherd Doorstop, circa 1910
Cast metal wedge type doorstop in the shape of a shepherd dog with bronze paint. Apprx 12"H x 13"L x 4"W
100/200
Sold: $74.75
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549. Spectacular Brass Fireplace Fender, circa 19th Century
Magnificent fireplace accessory features a front decoration of floral swags bracketed by architectural elements of gadrooned urns decorated with acanthus leaves. Fender rests upon four bun feet. Measures apprx 19"H x 15-3/4"W x 63-1/2"L , overall.
800/1,200
Sold: $546.25
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550. Brass Fireplace Wood Bin, Continental, 19th Century
Very handsome brass bin probably used to store wood or coal. Bin is hand-hammered with cast feet. Design on both sides is a decorative crest of a double headed eagle holding a ball and sword in his talons. Framing the bird is a row of large raised dots. Ring handles hang from lion's mouths. Apprx 24-1/2"H x 17-1/4"W.
200/300
Sold: $241.50
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551. A Pair of Bronze Griffin Planters. ca. 20th Century
Fabulous pair of matching bronze planters. Items feature three fearsome, one-legged Griffins encircling the intricate base of the dish-shaped planter. Bottom of planter is gadrooned and rests on curls that appear to be supported by the Griffins' heads. Base has three petals on which the Griffins stand. Measures apprx 24-1/2"H and 17"D.
600/1,000
Sold: $316.25
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552. Pair of Brass Andirons, Late 19th Century/ Early 20th Century
Brass andirons are executed in stacks of round and octagonal shapes. Bottoms bow outward with open work and sit on four small, round feet. Andirons are 21H" X 19W" each.
300/400
Sold: $57.50
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553. Brass Fire Place Fender, ca. 19th Century
Elegant fire place accessory in two pieces. Fender has delicate metal open work with a gadrooned band and three ridged feet. A fire place tool holder fits into side and has three knops. Measures apprx 9"H x 9"W x 44-1/2"L. Holder measures apprx 23-1/2"H.
400/600
Sold: $310.50
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554. A Pietra Dura Wall Plaque, Italian, circa Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Pietra Dura is an Italian technique of inlaying semi-precious stones, such as agate or quartz, in a variety of colors, to create pictures or patterns. This plaque is of a pink rose with green stem against a black background. Measures apprx 4"W x 6"L. With fancy carved wooden painted gold frame entire piece measures apprx 6"W x 8"L.
300/500
Sold: $264.50
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