Buttonwillow Country Antiques

Swedish Inlaid Folk Art Trinket Box

Unique 19th Century Swedish trinket box having intricate and detailed inlay work on the top and side panels. Two flags one Swedish and the other American flanked by double crescent moons appear on the top lid. Interior lined with green velvet, hinges are brass. The escutcheon in relation to the raised heart is missing. One piece of the bottom trim was also missing when I purchased it so I hired a skilled Amish carpenter to mimic the opposing side including the surface. He did an exceptional job and it is hard to tell which piece was replaced. Some surface crazing. However no chips or cracks to report as the condition is very good. Most likely one of a kind. Nice smaller size measuring in at a little over 3 ½” tall, measures 6 ¾” across the top, measures 7 ½” across the bottom and is 3 ¾” deep @ the top location, 4 ¾” @ the bottom. More pictures available.

Price: $475.50 ~Free Shipping~

19th Century Bowl with Nutcracker

🥜Exceptional early to mid-19th century honest bowl showing out of round form, glorious patina having an incised edge just below the outside rim. Vintage carved Nutcracker also included. Tight fishers located near the edge are visible on the inside as well as the outside. A cluster of dark areas are present and appear at random. White marks in the form of horizontal lines are present near the hanging hole and on the left hand side (near the crack). A couple of tiny holes though hardly visible located on the inside bottom area. Nice smooth edges and great surface. Nutcracker carved out of one piece of wood exhibits a threaded middle section that connects to the opening. Intricate carved appearance seems to mimic a walnut. A nut can be placed inside the hole and by twisting the bottom section the shell will crack under pressure. Excellent condition without any chips or wood loss to report. Measures 14 1/2” across (right to left), almost 4” tall @ the highest point (sides), measures 6 ½” across the bottom. Nutcracker stands 8” tall in the fully extended position and opening measures 1 ½”. More pictures Available.

Price: SOLD! Thank you! $159.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

Candle or Salt Box Mid-19th Century

Unique crested salt box that possibly had early intentions of a candle box referencing the large size dating from the mid-19th century. Fashioned from pumpkin and white pine having flavorful patina showing a slanted doweled lid. Bottom was probably replaced at one point due to corrosive salt contact. Replacement helper nails are present along with the originals. Dark areas near the bottom due to salt coming in contact with the wood. Tight age cracks appear at random along with some separation to the bottom panel. Impressive crested top back panel adds a nice decorative element having a downward curved pattern, i.e. whales tail except for loss of the third segment (right hand side). Some wood loss visible below the hole used for hanging. Great storage piece that shows well and possesses wonderful form. Measures 16” @ the tallest point back middle location, measures 9 ½” across the front and is 8 ½” deep. More pictures available.

Price: SOLD! $249.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

American Swedish Tine Forest Green Paint

Unusual Swedish tine boasting forest green paint having unique oval tin sides instead of the commonly found bentwood configuration. A signature along with a date of “1881” appear on the lid. Interesting pegged construction relating to the underside of handle. Lid has been notched to accommodate the elongated wooden sides equipped with twin rivets that complete their journey to the bottom edge. Pine bottom suggests this piece is American made by Scandinavian immigrants possibly from Wisconsin or Minnesota. This piece was used as a lunch box, communion box that held bread or as a utilitarian storage box. Interior reveals original red paint along with some separation of the tin where it meets the bottom. Some paint loss as shown on the body, handle and on the top wooden side clamps. Lid can be removed by pulling back on one of the clamps so it can be elevated. Exceptional form along with desirable paint make for a special piece. Measures 11 ½” wide across lid, 4 ½” tall and 5 ½” deep. More pictures available.

Price: $275.50 ~Free Shipping~

Studded Valuable Box Heart Escutcheon

Handsome document box circa 1840 boasting a brass heart escutcheon along with interior lined wallpaper. Studs are not brass but the strips they adhere to are. Abraded surface showing gentle crazing along with Square nailed construction is a testament to the age. Screws used for the inside hinges are of the same time period. Newer wooden strips on the inside lid are a later addition installed for an unknown purpose secured by contemporary screws. Remnants of red fabric appear on the two top boards. Writing done in pencil located on these strips may have been done by a youngster. Interesting wooden handle fashioned with brass “end caps”. Locking mechanism still intact but key is long gone. One of the leather strips used to secure the lid in an upright position on the right side is broken. A double horizontal lighter stripe on the front and back lid location was intended as a gentle decorative feature. Most of the interior wallpaper is intact with minimal loss but has also experienced staining on the bottom section. Overall condition is still good and should appeal to most heart collectors! Measures 17” across, stands 7 ½” tall and is 9” deep. More pictures available.

Price: $175.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

Tinnie mounted on Turned Base

Nice white bellied plover “tinnie” on a turned base that was actually used as a decoy from “1870 to 1910”. Decoys such as this one were made in two hinged halves that could be opened up and nested together for easy transport. When in use, they would be placed on sticks in the sand to mimic shorebirds. The demand for shorebirds was high, driven by the millinery trade that used the feathers for embellishing hats. Hunting shorebirds was against the law in 1918 and fully outlawed in 1928 due to declining populations. Many tinnies were destroyed or discarded, making surviving examples relatively rare. Bird is mounted on a wooden dowel that connects to an impressively turned wooden base. Bird has experienced age related wear including loss to the paint along with some minor creases especially on the beak. Eyes are a recent addition. Minor rust is also present. Makes for a great display especially set in a deep window sill or can also find a home in a cupboard. Overall height is 16 ¾” tall, bird measures 9 ¼” across (beak to tail). Base stands 3” tall, top and bottom measures 5” across. More pictures available.

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Log Cabin Textile Tiger Maple Frame

20th century log cabin printed textile resides under glass surrounded by an exemplary late 19th century tiger maple frame. It appears this textile was cut from a larger subject and used as focal point backed on off white woven cotton. A man dressed in appropriate 19th century attire sitting on a log stool appears to be enjoying the outside surroundings while a folk art facsimile of a sitting cat is positioned just below. The well behaved dog sitting in the dog house to the left does not seem to take notice of the cat! 😼 The log cabin sporting a thatched roof with a single dormer window is flanked by various colorful foliage set against a forest green ground. A couple tiny areas of fabric loss along with dark specs throughout. Tiger maple robust frame is in great condition showing a well-earned patinaed surface. Some areas of wood loss on the back near the bottom edges. Great piece! Frame measures 16” across by 13 ½” tall and is ¾” thick. More Pictures Available!

Price: $175.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

Noodle Pastry Board

Late 19th to turn of the century pine noodle / pastry board with galley sides to keep contents in place when rolled out along with gentle canted form. Nice warm surface patina. Various cracks, chips, scuff marks along with some stains equate to daily use by a busy “huswife”. Two exposed nails located on the back right hand side. Could be used as a stove cover when not in use lending even more charm to your country kitchen. Measures 23 ½” wide across the top and measures 23 ¼” wide across the bottom (opening), measures 19 ¾” front to back and measures 2 ½” tall (back location) and 1 ¾” tall (front location). More pictures Available!

Price: $98.50 ~Freight to be determined~

Wallpaper Covered Dated Box

Lovely miniature wallpaper dome top box that shows a date of 1844 on the bottom but may date earlier from 1800 to 1840. Box retains most of the wallpaper (wavy in some areas), except for a small section located on the back. Covering shows a marbled dark earth tone appearance. Leather hinges secured with iron nails along with a handmade latch and lock make for a special piece. Key is missing. Bottom reveals writing that is hard to make out but the date is present along with this piece being referred to as a “Money Box”. Interior paper boasts a decorative dot pattern comprised of cornflower blue set against a cream ground. Dark areas along with some paper loss on the inside. Overall condition is very good and the size is perfect for a small display area. Adorable size measuring in @ 6 ¾” across, stands 2 ¾” tall and measures 4” front to back. More pictures available.

Price: ~SALE~ $290.50~ Was $310.50 ~Free Shipping~

Canted Apple Box 19th Century

⛄Nice canted apple box displayed with festive accents (not included) dating from the mid to late 19th century showing two different styles of dovetailing. Possibly refinished at one point suggested by the sides that possess a semi-gloss surface. However the inside and bottom sections do attribute to the original appearance. Interesting form having four legs that were doweled into the top which elevates this box in comparison to other examples that sit flush on the table. Box offers a mixed wood appearance as the sides were fashioned from maple while the bottom is pine. Age cracks are visible on the extended base and newer “helper nails” were used on the bottom to help secure places where the older nails went missing by the evidence of holes where they once resided. There is a black vertical streak on the side panel which sometimes occurs with maple woods. Black areas appear at random on the inside of the box. Minor wood loss located near one corner of the extended base. Condition is good, possibly one of a kind that offers plenty of display opportunities. Measures 11 ½” across, measures 11 ½” deep (front to back), stands 4” tall & the bottom measures 10 1/4" across & 10" deep.

Price: $185.50 ~Free Shipping~

Pennsylvania Striper Crock Unusual Green Glaze

Unique Pennsylvania stoneware crock showing uncommon green glaze having a single concentric band near the bottom has been outfitted with an antique inspired cover. This piece may also be considered a wax sealer jar and dates to the last quarter of the 19th century. What is interesting about this crock is the maker also decided to use a manganese decoration that is limited to the top and bottom locations. The true color reflects a dark olive green. Green stripe is offset and overlays on a rusty brown ground that offers nice highlights. Shoulder area has a recessed or tooled concentric lone band that adds further detail. Glaze pops scattered at random as well as tiny holes that formed before this piece was fired. One chip located on the inside top edge as well as on the bottom. No cracks present. An area near the top shoulder lacks glaze. Great display piece! Stands 8 1/2" tall and measures 6" across the top. More Pictures Available.

Price: $135.50 ~Free Shipping~

Sampler Quaker Influence

American (possibly mid-Atlantic or upper northern coast region) framed sampler under glass lending a neutral color scheme showing delightful opposing birds along with floral and urn designs. Worked on linen using cotton thread. Quaker presence in relation to the opposing bird motif. The initials “MC” appear under the last row of the alphabet on the left hand side near the bird. Bold Greek key design elements limited to the upper and lower borders while a small animal quite possibly a dog resides under the initials. This textile is not dated but the inference suggests a piece that was wrought in 1830. A spec of white cloth or paper lays over the letter “N” (last row) and could have been left behind before the sampler was framed. No holes or rips to report. Light toning at random. Nice addition to your collection. Stands 11” tall, measures 9” across and is ¾” thick. More pictures available.

Price: ~Sale $249.50~ Was $285.50 ~Free Shipping~

Needlework Sampler School Art Boston

Important needlework sampler lending provenance to the “School of Art Needlework in Boston” signed by Anna and dated in the year of 1879, framed under glass. Sampler has been removed from the frame to reveal the signature and date on the backside. Worked on marked linen using wool and silk thread. Some wool loss as shown revealing the marked pattern underneath. Foliate and floral designs render a raised visual appearance implementing embroidery skills by the maker Anna. Schools of Art Needlework were founded in New York City, Philadelphia and Boston as charitable endeavors to teach women high-quality decorative embroidery that could be custom ordered and sold at exhibitions. The School of Art Needlework in Boston was part of the Boston Society of Decorative Arts, which was established in 1878 and both were originally a part of the Museum of Fine Arts. Measures 14 ½” across, stands 12 ½” tall and is 1 ½” deep. More pictures available.

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Dutch Sampler Red with Birds and Heart Motifs

Festive red and white Dutch sampler under glass delights us with bird and heart motifs that grace the bottom of this delightful textile. Signed by the maker, “Luise Jiacone” and wrought when she was just 10 years old. This needlework sampler is not dated but was probably worked around the turn of the century. A series of a repeated Greek Key design elements along with a staggered double cross stitch design just below adds further detail at the border points. An arranged ensemble of single floral motifs flank the center-field of opposing birds sporting blue eyes. They appear to be holding a crown with double heart elements residing below. One of the red threads exhibits a bit of fraying referencing the Greek Key design. No loss to report. There are some areas that have experienced light toning sprinkled randomly throughout but not enough to spoil the overall appearance. Sampler measures 12 ½” across, measures almost 11 ¼” tall and is ¾” deep (thick).

Price: **~Sale $195.50~ Originally $225.50 ~Free Shipping~

Kerosene Bucket Delightful Chrome Yellow Paint

Mid to late 19th century kerosene bucket with bail handle showing squatty form in desirable chrome yellow paint. This would have been used to fill home lighting devices. Carved removable branch insert makes for a primitive look. Rivet construction to secure the metal bands shown on the back side. Dark mark where the wire handle came in contact with the wood on the right as shown along with two tight age cracks on the top (non removable lid). Age related paint loss to surface without any chips to report. Condition is very good. Overall height 11” tall (including the handle), bucket itself stands 7 ½” tall, measures 8 ¼” across the top and measures 10 ¼” across the bottom. More pictures just ask.

Price: ~Sale $175.50~ Was $195.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

Spice Box Cabinet Eight Drawers Marked

Late 19th to early 20th century spice cabinet is one of the best examples I have come across boasting delicious patina and great form! The two later knob additions constitute a “make-do” situation that is a charming feature by lending further character to this interesting piece. There are traces of apple green paint limited to the left hand side while the rest of the piece exhibits a warm surface. A tight crack on the left side panel near the bottom travels up to the top location. A piece of wood was joined pertaining to the right side panel near the top to possibly remedy a break that also affected the inside drawer compartment. This is a heavy piece constructed using tiny round head nails. A couple of the wooden knobs show a single chip referring to the “Pepper” and “Cinnamon” drawers. Two of the drawers have replacement bottoms along with others experiencing a couple chips and cracks. Shows well and makes for a great display. Overall height is almost 17” tall including the back, front box area holding spices measures 9 ¼” across. Top (shelf) measures almost 10” across and is 4 ¾” deep. Bottom measures 11” across and measures 5 ¼” deep. More pictures available.

Price: **~Sale $195.50~ Originally $225.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

Powder Horn Cabin and Heart Design

Beautiful stylized mid-19th century Powder Horn having an inscribed design showing a “cabin in the woods”. This bucolic scene boasting folk art trees wraps around the throat and appears at different levels. A brass hand cut heart delights us located on the top wooden cover and shows tiny nails used to secure it. The decorative tacks on the collar lend even more detail. A copper loop was attached to accommodate the cord hanger (that apparently was found on Southern outfits). This was probably a right hand carry piece fashioned from cow horn. Instead of having a carved feature referring to the design elements, it appears the maker decided to draw the scene instead. The base plug is missing. There are a couple of inconspicuous cracks located at the edge of the collar as well as a tiny piece of metal that protrudes the horn surface. A recessed band wrapped with some unknown fiber can be found near the bottom. Great piece of folk art that awaits a cozy mantle! It is of the smaller variety measuring 6 ¾” tall, measures 2 ¼” across the top, measures 2 ½” deep, measures 1 ½” across the middle section and the bottom opening measures ¼”. More Pictures available.

Price: **Sale $175.50** $225.50 ~Free Shipping~

Powder Horn Bird Design

Wonderful mid-19th century powder horn sporting a folk art bird seems to carry the design while a lone butterfly and meandering vines allow for further detail. This piece has a simple artist’s impression with hand carved design elements. A finial dots the center of the wooden cover where the leather cord is attached. The other end, near the bottom, consists of a recessed band to accommodate the opposite leather piece (strap). Plain tacks were used at the collar. There are two chips located on the edge of the collar but the rest of the piece was not affected. The base plug is missing. Condition is very good and this piece shows well. Great piece of folk art that awaits a cozy mantle! It is of the smaller variety measuring 8 ¼” from the top of the finial to the end of the opening, measures 1 ¼” across the top, measures 2 ¼” deep, measures 1 ¾” across the middle section and measures ¼” across the bottom opening. More pictures available!

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Early Firkin in Green Paint

Beautiful firkin dating from 1840 to 1860 sporting lively squash green paint. Handle moves freely and the staves and bands are tight. One area of wood loss dedicated to the outer edge of the lid. Nail construction with reinforced staples to each individual finger end except on the lid. A couple bent over nails were used to secure the bottom band. Spray paint residue on the inside near the top opening. Nice medium size and displays very well! Stands 13 1/2" tall including the handle, measures 9 1/2" tall with handle displayed in a downward position, measures 9" across the top and 9 1/2" across the bottom. More pictures available just ask.

Price: Sale Price $175.50 Was $235.50 Freight to be determined after providing Zip Code.

Firkin Mincemeat Bucket in Mustard Paint

Wonderful early 1900's Mincemeat advertising bucket in mustard paint with contrasting apple green painted metal bands. Staved construction with staple fingers and nail reinforcements to bands. Gorgeous graphics 90% intact showing a bucolic scene of a Jersey cow in a field with the barn off in the distance. The manufacture "Atmore & Son, Inc., Philadelphia Pennsylvania" as well as the contents are clearly legible. The incised lid is marked 20 LBS with instructions "to keep in a cool place and stir often". Paint loss and rust on bands as well as dark areas in the wood sprinkled at random. Minor tiny chips to bottom edge along with a couple cracks on the top cover. Medium to large size stacking capability. Overall very good condition as this piece shows well and offers color as well as interest. Stands 10" tall, measures 9 3/4" across the top and measures 11" across the bottom. More pictures available!

Price: $175.50 ~Freight to be Determined~