Art Antiques Michigan
I have been an avid collector of country, primitive antiques for about 50 years. During those years I have collected, sold, collected, sold---you know how that goes. I was a single owner antique shop for many years. With the onset of the internet my selling venue has changed. I now have a website https://artantiquesmichigan.com/. Some of you may know me from there. I hope to bring to my Dig site the same quality country, primitive antiques as I offer on my website, at reasonable prices. I will update my Dig site every month between the 15th. and 17th. of each month. You will find fresh to market items at that time. My preferred method of payment is by check. Made payable to Joanne Getz. I offer a lay a way plan to help you with your purchases. Michigan residents add 6% Sales Tax. I do hope you will stop by often. I can be reached nearly anytime at joannemargetz@gmail.com or call me 9894281009.
**Blue Painted Document Box**
A very nice, smaller paint decorated box. Measures 10 1/4 “ x 6 1/4” x 6”. This Box is in very nice condition and comes from a private Virginia collection. The inside is signed box was probably a gift to a bride in the mid 1800s. The box is complete and still retains its Pin hinges and original lock and hasp. The paint is still strong and complete. There is a small checking crack on top of lid. Can be seen in picture. Circa mid 1800’s.
Price: $895.00 (Sale Price: $445.00 + shipping)
**Outstanding 19th. century Red Painted Firkin**
You don’t come across early labeled firkins very often. This one happens to be an outstanding example of one. It is a pristine piece in every way, from the construction to the paint. The firkin is profusely decorated with black painted scroll design. Labeled on the front and back C.TARTAR. The writing on the back is faded. The lid is initialed J.C.L and the lid is also impressed with J. Proctor Waterford ME. Overall condition of the firkin and the paint is excellent. The quality of this piece is worthy of a museum and would be a highlight of any personal collection. It is a large piece measuring 13 inches tall. The diameter across the top is 13 1/4 inches and the diameter across the bottom is 14 inches. Great oxidation under the lid. Price: $2795.00 + shipping
Price: $2795 (SALE $1350 + shipping)
**Hanging Iron Double Candle Light**
Hanging, Double Iron Light. Quite a lovely and unusual piece of early to mid 19th. Century lighting. A heavy hang chain supports a lovely shaped double “U” shaped candle holder. The hanging light measures about 20 1/2 inches long and the width from candle cup to candle cup measures about 6 1/2 inches. Please note the style of the chain, two large ring, one at the top and one at the bottom with a string of smaller rounds between. The candle cups are nicely wrapped just what you like to see in an early 19th. Century piece of American lighting.
Price: $1295.00 (Sale Price: $648.00 + shipping)
21" Dough Bowl, Red Painted Surface
An absolute fabulous large dough bowl dating to the mid 1900’s. This large beehive bowl has outstanding form and surface. The bowl measures 21 inches in diameter and stands 7 inches tall. The high sides give a marvelous proportion and look to the overall appearance of the bowl. The painted surface is original, dry and a wonderful shade of red. There are no issues with this great bowl. Come with good provenance and surly would enhance your treenware collection.
Price: sold
19th. century Mirror
This is a small mirror, accurately called a fragment mirror that is encased in a wood frame with a folk-art wooden style. There is a hole at the end of the handle to use the mirror in the “hung” position or it could be used as a hand mirror. Wonderful form and Appalachian style, It has worn black paint and old nails. One corner hung too close to a candle and has a large old, charred area. The mirror has loss of silvering but no cracks. The frame has signs of wear and age but is very sturdy. The mirror itself measures 4 3/8″ tall by 2 3/4″ and the entire piece measures 12″ tall by 4 3/8”. A wonderful piece of American folk Art, circa early to mid 19th. century.
Price: ($995.00 Sale Price: $498.00 + shipping)
Wonderful Pair of Iron Sconces
Wonderful Pair of Iron Sconces. What a great pair of sconces. Not often found, these are all done up in Iron. The form is simple and elegant—a flat circle back plate with extended arm that holds the candle cup. American Iron. Pair of candle sconces in excellent condition. The sconce back plate measures6 3/4 inches, they stand about 12 inches tall and come out from the wall about 3 1/2 inches. Price: $1150.00 + shipping
Price: $1150 (Sale Price: $575.00 + shipping
**Blue Step Back Wall Box**
So many features on this wall/table box make it interesting and desirable. The wall/table box has a stepped design. One step is divided into two sections and the bottom step is one long section. So useful for storing multiple items. The wall box/table box is constructed with square nails, it is American and has the best Blue painted, original surface. The box measures 13 1/4 x 9 x 7 inches. It is in excellent condition and just a wonderful piece of Americana. Circa 19th. century. This sweet piece is attractive and usable both hanging on the wall or sitting of a table.
Price: $1575.00 (Sale Price: $788.00 + shipping)
**Mustard Painted Box w/Drawer*
Price: $895.00 (Sale Price: $445.00 + shipping)
**Grey Painted American Firkin**
Price: $695.00 (Sale Price: $345.00 + shipping)
19th. Century Dome Table Box
19th. Century Dome Table Box. A very nice table box from the late 19th. Century. The box is with dovetailed construction, all original condition. The paint on the box is wonderful, red/black design. Much of the paint is worn off the front and sides of the box. The back of the box has the most remaining paint. The dome box measures 12 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 4 inches.
Price: $395.00 (Sale Price: $295.00 + shipping)
19th. Century Gilt Frame
19th. Century Gilt Frame. A beautiful Gold Gilt antique frame just waiting for the perfect piece to reside in the frame. The frame measures 17 x 12 1/4 inches overall with the opening measuring13 1/2 x 9 1/4 inches.
Price: $95.00 (Sale Price: $65.00 + shipping)
19TH C. BLUE STONEWARE SPONGEWARE BUTTER CROCK
19TH CENTURY BLUE STONEWARE SPONGEWARE BUTTER CROCK – This is a nice 19th century stoneware butter crock. It is decorated in a cobalt blue spongeware pattern. The butter measures 7 3/8” in diameter and 4 7/8” tall. The butter itself is in very good condition with a chip on the bottom rim and a small flake chip on the side.
Price: $85.00 (Sale Price: $55.00 + shipping)
Unusual Scrub Box
This little scrub box has some very nice features. I love the small size. I measures 9 1/2 inches x 4 1/4 inches. The box cants downward from 2 1/4 inches to 1 1/2 inches. The work surface has a unique opening cut into it so you can place the knife in place for scouring. The surface is original and greatly patinated. Constructed with small square nails. Notice the interesting cut out back elevation–a sweet little design touch. I believe the wood is Walnut.
Price: $295.00 (Sale Price: $195.00 + shipping)
19th./20th. c. Painted Pipe Rack
Late 19th. To early 20th. Century Pipe Rack with Drawer. A very nice pipe rack that holds pipes horizontally . The rack hold four pipes. The pipe rack has a drawer. The pipe rack is painted Black and has its original dark surface. . It measures 17 1/2 x 7 3/4 x 3 1/4.inches.
Price: $295.00 (Sale Price: $195.00 + shipping)
Mohair Teddy Bear w/ Wicker Potty
Mohair Teddy Bear w/ Wicker Potty. A very nice, early Mohair teddy bear. This bear has been love and cherished for years. It is straw filled. One hand is missing (see photo) and it does show wear to the mohair. Generally for its age and how much it was loved it is in very nice condition. I believe the jacket is original to the bear. It measures20 inches tall and has moveable joints, shoe button eyes and a loving smile. Wicker potty chair comes with the teddy bear. They look so welll together. The wicker potty is late 19th. early 20th. century. It is in excellent condition but there are a few missing wickets on the sides. The potty measurs17 3/4 inches tall and 11 1/2 inches wide
Price: $325.00 (Sale Price: $275.00 + shipping)
Book, The Old City, Jerusalem
Book, The Old City. A very nice book depicting the early years and photographs of Jerusalem. The book measures 11 x 8 3/4 inches and in very good condition. Extensive Black and White photographs of Jerusalem.
Price: $25.00 (Sale Price: $15.00 + shipping)
Four Candle Chandelier
Four Candle Chandelier. A very nice price of vintage lighting. This chandelier would be considered vintage rather than antique. It has a great look, red painted shaft with four wire arms ending in crimped candle cups. The condition is excellent and the look sure would fit in any antique setting. The chandelier measures 15 inches tall to the iron ringand measures 21 inches diameter from candle cup to candle cup.
Price: sold
Irish Lace Table Mats
Irish Lace Table Mats. Four lovely Irish linen, Irish lace placemats. The condition of the mats is very good but please note there are a few stains that have developed from years of being packed away. I do believe they would wash out. There are four mats and each measure 13 1/4 x 6 inches.
Price: $25.00 (Sale Price: $18.00 + shipping)
Early Tambourine
Tambourine. A very nice, early tambourine is most likely first part of the 20th. Century. The surface is some type of skin tightened over the round base.
Price: $18.00 (Sale Price: $10.00 + shipping)
Small Table Rug
Small Table Rug. A very nice example of a table rug. Colors of salmon, black and cream. The table mat is in excellent condition. The table mat measures 22 1/2 x 12 1/2 inches.
Price: sold
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