14 E. King Antiques Design

Redware and Stoneware Items

Here are 3 pottery items from our collection. (1) 5.5" tall incised stoneware bottle. Ex cond. circa 1900 $85. (2) Figural 2.5" miniature baseball jug with Bristol glaze. Ex. cond. with crazing. $40. (3) Fun redware figural stopper for you favorite face jug. Fits 1.5" opening or larger. Circa 1970-90. Ex cond. $58.

Price: please see prices above

Burlwood Coin Bank in Bittersweet Paint

This burlwood coin bank looks to be about 1910 and retains its original bittersweet paint. The bank has interesting construction with small round head nails. Saved coins can be accessed by twisting bent nails that secure the bottom. This probably one-of-a-kind home made bank measures 3" x 3" x 4 3/4" tall. Note the bootjack cutout on the base.

Price: 45.00 plus shipping

19th C. PA Redware Loaf Pan w/ Slip Decoration

This 19th Century redware loaf pan has extensive yellow slip decoration. The 14" x 8 3/4" x 2" pan has had restoration to several cracks and areas of missing yellow slip. There are shallow chips to the coggled edge but displays beautifully despite its faults. Great red color with contrasting yellow made this redware a worthy candidate for this professional restoration. Priced accordingly.

Price: $250

Child's "Down & Out" Marble Game circa 1915

This scarce "Down and Out" child's marble game dates from around 1915. The wood and metal game is played by dropping a marble into the spiral and watch while it swirls down and lands in a numbered hole. The game measures about 7" in diameter and 7" tall and is in good condition with minor paint loss from use. There are 3 marbles included. Fun for the whole family!

Price: Sale pending

19th C Signed "I Bell" Early John Bell Redware Jug

This approx. 1/2 gallon redware jug with dark brown glaze is clearly stamped "I BELL", an early stamped used by John Bell of Waynesboro, PA in the 1825-1830 time period. The jug stands 8.5" tall and has a nice ovoid form. The handle has been professionally replaced but the jug is in excellent condition otherwise and displays well. A rare jug with historic significance.

Price: $295

19th C. Urn Shaped Splint Basket in Original Paint

This 19th C. urn shaped splint basket has the original gray-blue paint and is in very nice condition. The dry paint shows the proper wear and areas of crazing and patina that are only achieved through long periods of time. The two-handled basket measures 10" tall and 8.5" in diameter across the top. There are one or two tiny breaks on bottom weave from wear. An outstanding basket with form, condition and honest old paint.

Price: $425

19th C. Wooden Keeler with Original Red Paint

This mid-1800's staved wooden keeler with one handle retains its original red paint. The mid-sized keeler measures about 13" in diameter across the top and 9" to the top of the handle. Constructed with two bentwood bands that are woven together, the keeler is in excellent condition. Great color!!

Price: $495

19th C. German Bride's Box w/ Make-do Repair

This early 19th C. Bride's box has an unusual center handle that protrudes through a slot in the lid. At some point, the lid cracked and someone preserved the top by means of tin patches- one on the top and two underneath. The lap-jointed box has a wonderful old primitive painted surface. There is a paint history of several layers, with the last paint being very old. It is an unusual and very pleasing lavender color. The box measures 13 1/2" x 8 1/4" oval and 8 3/4" tall to the top of the handle. There is shrinkage and a small loss to the bottom rim, where someone stuffed cloth to fill the gap. A great box with a ton of character!

Price: $595

Unusual 19th C. Tapered Sided Blue Decorated Stone

This unusual tapered straight-sided stoneware crock with ear handles has a well-executed brushed flower in blue on both front and back. The crock is in the form of a flower pot except there is no drainage hole in the bottom. Measuring 10" tall and a diameter of 10 3/8" across the top, the crock would have been made in Pennsylvania or Maryland in the second half of the 1800's. There are 6 or 7 shallow rim chips and tight 5" hairline associated with one of the chips. The line does not go through to the unglazed interior. There is another chip on one of the ear handles. A rare form! More photos on Rubylane.com

Price: $295

Early 19th C. Tin Candle Sconce

This early 19th C. single tin candle sconce has great patina and is in excellent condition. The back of the sconce shows a lot of oxidation from years of use. The 10 1/4" tin reflector has an interesting geometric design and an old mottled surface. This is a wonderful early sconce good for any room in the house.

Price: $350

Signed 19th C. 1 Gallon PA Stoneware Batter Jug

This scarce 1 gallon stoneware batter jug with blue foxglove decoration is signed Sipe & Sons, Williamsport, PA. The jug features a pour spout, lug handle at the base, a wire and wood bail handle attached to stoneware ears, all accented in blue. The 9 1/4" tall jug is in very good condition with just a few tiny chips on the rim as shown. Circa 1880.

Price: $685

Black Memorabilia Trade Sign c. 1900

This circa 1890-1910 politically incorrect trade sign was presumably used as a reminder for your groceries. It is painted on a single pine board that split and was joined back together nicely at some point in its life. Measuring 35" x 11.5" x 3/4" the professionally painted sign has excellent colors (red, white, black, and grey) and wonderful graphics. There is distressing and wear consistent with age. Great piece of Americana!

Price: $1100

Early Tin Whale Oil Cup Lamp

This rare and early open tin cup was used as a primitive lighting device in the 18th and 19th Centuries. Measuring 3.5" tall, the lamp is in very good, untouched condition with an old crusty surface and traces of green paint (mostly seen underneath). Priced to sell.

Price: $145

Painted Game Board Circa 1900

This American circa 1900 game board is yellow pine and retains its original red and dark green paint. The hefty board measures 32" long x 15" wide and has a 1 1/4" thick molding. There is some wear and distressing as shown, but it is overall in very good condition and all original except for the metal hanger on the back.

Price: $595

18th C. Wrought Iron Adjustable Betty/Candle Table

This original 18th C. wrought iron table lamp was used as a whale oil betty lamp and a candle lamp, depending on which fuel was available. The two burners will slide up and down to the desired height. Standing almost 17" tall, the tri-footed lamp is painted black over an oxidized surface. This is a wonderful period lamp with a great look.

Price: $550

18th C. Treen Humidor

This early hand turned treen humidor stands 11" tall and is in excellent condition. The lidded vessel has an old nut brown surface with natural wear and distressing. Note that the the knob is slightly crooked on the top giving the humidor extra charm

Price: $395

18th C. Adjustable Whale Oil Double Pan Lamp

Standing on a tripod base, this wrought iron double pan lamp could sit on a table or hang. Measuring about 18" tall, the lamp has an old, oxidized surface. There is a minor loss on the rosette above the base as shown. The way the legs are riveted it shows the primitive nature of the early device. Also, the two sides of the pan are asymmetrical- on side has spots for three wicks, while the other only one. This is a very primitive survivor of the 1700's.

Price: $575

Small 1830's Dome Top Dovetail Paint Decorated Box

This circa 1830 dome top pine document box retains its original black over red paint decoration and hails from New England. The box is constructed with dovetailed joints, square nails and cotter pin "snipe" hinges. There is a working lock and key that was a replacement during Victorian times. Measuring 12" wide x 7" tall x 7 3/8" deep this little box is in good condition with nice honest paint.

Price: $395

Early Ship's Lantern w/ Pierced Tin Design

This early tin and glass ship's lantern is in very good condition and has an interesting diamond and star design. It was once fired by whale oil but the burner is long gone. The bottom is still present and easily snaps in and out for lighting a candle. Standing 18" tall, this lantern would be great for hanging in a window or from a beam. Great patina and form!

Price: $165

Folk Art Hearts Iron Door Mat c. 1900

This metal door mat with hearts motif dates to around 1900. It is in excellent condition with an old, stable crusty surface. Measures 24" x 16". Great for a wall hanging.

Price: 450/offer