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A Rare American Folk Art Mortar And Pestle Holder

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Mixed Media: Pre 1980   item# 721476 (stock# 7282)

A Rare American Folk Art Mortar And Pestle Holder
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Gordon S. Converse and Co.
610.722.9004


$425.00 

We have yet to see such an unusual example of folk art. A carved wood hanging holder for a mortar and pestle, 12" in height. The mortars (this one is cast brass with damage to the lip were used in the kitchen to grind up herbs and potions. RL*


Reverse Painted Pictures Of Birds

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Mixed Media: Pre 1980   item# 715018 (stock# 7135)

Reverse Painted Pictures Of Birds
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Gordon S. Converse and Co.
610.722.9004


$660.00 

A set of four reverse painted glass pieces of florals and birds. They seem to have been done as two pairs, the larger measuring 10 X 12 1/2"; the smaller ones 5 1/2" X 4 1/2". These loosely done art works- splashy, and bright. These are English in origin and often backed with silver or tin foil. In this case some have foil backs looking like replacements, and there is some flaking of the paint. The frames, fragile and loose, appear original, with traces of gold paint or gilt, and ...click for details

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