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Gordon S. Converse and Co.

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Tilt top tea table Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Pre 1800 item# 1016698 (stock# 2713)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $550.00
A tilt top bird cage tea table, whose dish form top is about 30" in diameter and standing on a straight support with tripod carved snake feet. The top is old but probably replaced.

Folk Art work box Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood: Pre 1900 item# 1004894 (stock# 2211)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $120.00
A nicely inlaid work box, 6" X 15" X 9", with the primary wood as walnut or mahogany and inlaid with a rosewood flower symbol central on top with defining line inlay. Inside survives the original workbook tray which is compartmentalized and lined with felt that lifts out to reveal the lower storage area. There is a vertical burn scar about 1" on the front side.

18" Imari Charger Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: Pre 1900 item# 1004890 (stock# 2214)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 SOLD
A larger 18" Imari porcelain charger decorated in multi-color glazes in a high style.

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)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 SOLD
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.

Folk Art carving of an alligator Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Folk Art: Pre 1980 item# 973101 (stock# 13-02)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $300.00
A folk art carved driftwood of an emerging alligator, 52" long and about 8-10" wide. The use of grey toned lightweight driftwood suggests its pine. The carving is crisp.

Landscape by Charles Warren Eaton Catalogue: Fine Art: Paintings: Pre 1910 item# 973097 (stock# 12-06)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 SOLD
A landscape on board in pastel by Charles Warren Eaton (American,1857-1937). The soft hues of sunset against the forest and hills are typical of the tonalist style for which Eaton is known. Not framed, and measuring 12" X 16". Signed lower left and dated 1903 or 1909.

Pair of Glass hand Made Parade Canes Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Glass: American: Art Glass: Pre 1900 item# 973094 (stock# 8827)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 SOLD
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.

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