Gordon S. Converse and Co. Antiques - catalog page 2

Gordon S. Converse and Co.

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Page Turner Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Pre 1900 item# 1001598 (stock# 2203)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $150.00
This painted with nine colorful birds perched on a flowering spring branch. The style very typical of the last half od the 1800s, or "Arts and Crafts" style. A satinwood and other wood page turner or "reader" that served as an aid to one reading the newspaper or any large portfolio, which would briskly turn pages while reading as well as serve to serve as a guide in keepin the place for reading.

Tunbridge Ware "tumbling boxes" sewing box Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art: Pre 1837 VR item# 1001596 (stock# 2209)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $500.00
An outstanding example of early Tunbridge ware inlay box with the "tumbling boxes" pattern in excellent condition with the inset tray complete and interior with original reddish paper lining and only a very few minor old inlay repairs. Lock but no key.

Print of Benjamin Franklin after Darcis Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Pre 1837 VR item# 1001592 (stock# 2113)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $180.00
A black and white commemorative profile portrait print of Benjamin Franklin, after the sculptor Darcis. The frame being 23 1/2" X 21" in gold leaf with a reverse painted black and gold leaf mask.

An outstanding early 19th century sampler Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Pre 1837 VR item# 973107 (stock# 8807)
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A sampler in a rosewood frame, 25" X 21" and of fine quality, done by Mary Ann Clifton in 1826. Shows her home, parents, a multitude of flowers, tree of life, horned beasts, and birds. In original rosewood and gilt wood frame, but was removed recently for conservation. Minor flaws could be seen in enlarged focus.

Pair of Glass hand Made Parade Canes Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Glass: American: Art Glass: Pre 1900 item# 973094 (stock# 8827)
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A pair of glass parade canes each decorated with swirled colors and about 38" long. Parade canes were used for ceremonial purposes in the mid 19th century as well as decoration and memorabilia.They were hand made and many originated in New Jersey in the mid 1800s.Priced for the pair but make an offer on a single cane if you like.

Multi colored ceramic bar jug Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Pre 1920 item# 967696 (stock# 8812)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $250.00
A ceramic bar jug with boldly inscribed selections: "Brandy, Gin, Whisky, Rum and Port" around in fabulous pastel toned glaze colors. 13" high, 10" across, with a brass spigot.

Painted Box Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Pre 1900 item# 967688 (stock# 12-01)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $250.00
A folk art like painted box, 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" X 6", with a hinged lid opening upward. The middle 1800s decoration is in very good original condition, with the original interior lining and the back covered with paper.

Georgian Knife Box Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1837 VR item# 855264 (stock# 8638)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 SOLD
A fine inlay mahogany Georgian knife box offering an original interior with slotted receptacles for knives, spoons, and other sterling dining utensils. Most knife boxes have altered or missing interiors, but not this one. The upward opening lid opens reveals inlay on the inside lid in addition to the exterior casement. Late 18th or early 19th century, and of superior craftsmanship. The lock, now damaged, has the keyhole covered with an engraved silver shield.

Joshua and Caleb - Carved Bible Story of Grapes Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Folk Art: Pre 1800 item# 855211 (stock# 8642)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $600.00
A semi-circular carved oak fragment OF 17TH or 18th century vintage, 14" X 29". This depicts the Old Testament story wherein Joshua and Caleb "...cut down a cluster of grapes which was so large that 2 men carried it between them hanging from a staff..." Uncertain of age, but the bas relief carving shows the men dressed in 17th century garb. There is a panel mounted on the back, reinforcing a repair to the once broken solid oak crest.

Dutch 18th or 19th Century Brass Coffee Pot Catalogue: Antiques: Instruments and Implements: Pre 1837 VR item# 855209 (stock# 8643)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $150.00
A great looking, decorative 13" brass coffee pot which we believe is Dutch, ca 1800. A few dents here and there- around the bottom edge, the tip of the spout, and the top rim- all of which gives character, authenticating its possible 200 year age.

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