American, 19th century Barber Pole.  Retaining it's original red and white paint. This barber pole also still has the original iron brackets that once secured it to the outside shop wall.  One of the best we have owned. Wonderful "alagator" surface a true early piece of folk art that would make a great addition to any folk art collection.  Ht 32, 22 width from wall, Diameter 9 1/2. 

Four feet high sitting African American folk art carved man.  Two piece construction lower torso joined to the body.  Late 19th century, possible early 20th century. This African American man is hand carved and wearing his Sunday's best.  Old weathered patina through out. Such wonderful detail captured in this caving on both the front and the back. Anonymous artist. From a folk art collection in PA. ~SOLD~

Jacob Weber (1772-1865), Fivepointville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania,  painted pine dresser box, the lid and top with tulips on a yellow ground, the front with a brick house, trees, and lawn supported by bracket feet, 4 1/2" h., 7" w.  A similar example sold at the Shelly sale for 110K.  Excellent condition, original feet and hardware.

5 Colored Rainbow Spatter Pitcher.  ht 7 1/2 inches. Great condition.  Very desirable among collectors. ~SOLD~

Folk Art Painting w/ original frame. 19th century oil on artist board. A country woods scene with wonderful folk art foxes and a house in the background. A man walking a women across the deep snow. Unsigned, excellent condition.  Full of so much character. 24 inch across, 12inches in height. ~SOLD~

Up close details of the house. ~SOLD~

Details of the foxes staring from yonder. ~SOLD~

Noah's Ark.  Ht 12 1/2 inches, 220+ animals and people all pairs.  Excellent condition.  95 percent of the animals retain their original paint.  ca 1860-1890. Origin has been debated for years. Some experts believe all the ark's were made in Germany for the American market.  This ark comes from a long time toy collector. Regardless of origin it truly is a top notch folk art piece worthy for any collector.  These large ark's are rare especially this type.  Ref: American Folk Art Sculpture by Robert Bishop for an identical example. ~SOLD~

Folk Art carved American Eagle holding a shield. This eagle has a 56 inch wing span - Its height is 16 inches. His head stretches out to approx 12in.  This eagle was purchased from a collection in NH.  It was made the first/second quarter of the 20th century.  This eagle shows great pride and displays wonderfully on any wall.  It is unusual to find eagles where the head is not turned to the side. This adds a three dimensional look.   A wonderful piece of Folk Art and Americana. Excellent condition no cracks or repairs and maintains original paint. ~SOLD~

Side profile of eagle. His head streches out 12inches. ~SOLD~

19th Century - Charles Dare Carousel Horse. Ht. 42" L 54". Jumper horse w/ glass marble eyes, old park paint, old restored ears. Nearly identical model on pg 177 "Painted Ponies of the American Carousel". ~SOLD~

Close up of the head of this beautiful carved carousel horse. ~SOLD~

Rare 19th century whirligig, Carved African American man.  This whirligig was found at a sugar mill down south.  It has the original 19th century clothes, and is in working order. It was bought over 25 years ago at a Sotheby's auction from a long time folk art collection. Truly a wonderful piece of folk art in excellent working condition.  ~SOLD~

Close up of this wonderful folk art whirligig.  Note the real life clothing and look.  When moving this whirigig comes to life.   Amazing piece of folk art. ~SOLD~

Another close up....

19th Century – New England or NY, Toleware painted tea caddy. Retains most of the original paint, Red and yellow flowers on the inside. Photo to be posted. ~SOLD~

American, 19th century oil on artist board. Folk Art painting of a New England Coast line and light house.  Most likely Maine.  Details of sail boats and a man fishing from one of them.  Unsigned, excellent condition.    ~SOLD~

Another shot of this lovely New England coastal scene. ~SOLD~

Soap Hollow Child Chest, attributed to Jeremiah Stahl, c 1865.  Painted with gilt stencil and green feet and moldings; similar to chest illustraited in Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Made in Western Pennsylvania - Early Decorative Arts. ~SOLD~