Buttonwillow Country Antiques

Pantry Box Floral Motif

🌼🌷 Beautiful pantry box in period paint dating from the mid-19th century showing stylized and detailed flowers sprouting from a basket. Sides are also painted having a foliate design element against a soft mustard ground. A series of vertical nails appear in the front securing the overlap area while small wooden pegs appear on the bottom side wall as well as on the lid. The name “Ed” was painted on the back. Some berry stain residue on the inside bottom area. There are also a couple cracks on the lid (middle section) that are visible on the underside as well. Very good condition without any chips to report and shows well. Cheerful and special piece that makes for a great display showing a talented artist best effort. Measures 7 ¾” across the top, measures 7 ½” across the bottom and stands 3 ½” tall. More pictures available.

Price: $195.50 ~Free Shipping~

Black Ash Burl Mortar

Primitive ash burl mortar showing abraded surface with classic “eyes” on the bottom dating to the last quarter of the 18th to the early 19th century. Stepped footed base with two concentric recessed bands near the middle add style and dimension. Contemporary wooden spoon my husband hand crafted and contents (fresh star anise and cinnamon sticks) are also included. Dry attic appearance along with several age cracks on the base as well as near the rim. Dark areas are sprinkled at random. Nice smaller size allows for versatile decorating options such as tucked in a cupboard or placed on your kitchen counter. Overall height including the spoon handle is 7 ¾” tall, mortar by itself stands 4” tall, measures 5 1/4” across the top opening and measures 4 ¾” across the bottom base. More pictures available.

Price: $125.50 ~Free Shipping~

Wall Box with Divisions

Wall box showing great decorative form having four divided sections (three on the top followed by a single longer pocket below) that gesture a fun decorating opportunity. Items inside offered as a decorative suggestion and are not included. Wall box constructed of white pine, dates to the last quarter of the 19th to the early 20th century and was probably used as a desk “catch all” for organization purposes. Decorative crest and bottom were added separately as noted in the horizontal line. An addition of a vertical center support (bracket) that resides below having curved form. One exposed nail showing wood loss in the front on the right-hand side along with minor wood loss to the top bracket where the nail is located. Dry and dark patinated surface with lighter variations add plenty of character. Appearance is not bulky as the wood used is only ¼” thick. Nice condition and shows well suggesting a great folk-art appearance. Wall box stands 13” tall @ the tallest point (round top of crest), measures 13” across (middle section) and is 3 ½” deep. Each top triple sectioned compartments measure 3 ¾” across. Bottom pocket measures 3 ½” tall.

Price: 175.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

Wall Half Basket in Paint

19th century wall basket showing thick layers of paint having a flat back. Rag balls are not included but shown as a decorating suggestion. Somewhat chippy surface with a primary color of oyster along with vestiges of apple green paint. Back color comprised of a solid golden tan while the inside bottom lacks paint. Double woven bands appear in the front followed by tighter and more intricated weaving just below. Bentwood handle is terminated by “Gods eye” ends on each side. Loss of weavers located on the inside bottom (handle) and top back areas as well as on the sides. However, the intricate weavers on the front, bottom and back locations are intact. Perfect hung on an inside door filled with dried flowers or would also make a great display for cookie cutters or butter stamps in your kitchen. Overall height including handle is 7 ½” tall, measures 11” across (end to end) and measures 4 ½” deep. More pictures Available.

Price: $159.50 ~Free Shipping~

Mid 19th Century Candle Maker w/ Handle

Rare Candle Maker shown with three candles and a rush bundle that are also included. Tinderbox and master salt are nice compliments and listed separately. This piece was suspended by the handle and accommodated individual tin tubes that would be placed in the round openings. The wax could then be poured in the tubes that could be retrieved once the wax hardened. Handle was fashioned from hickory while the breadboard ends are most likely made from maple. Some separation from the bottom handle that meets the main board on both sides. Wood loss on the backside near the hole openings as well as on the end of the right handle. Forged nails were used to reinforce the handle and breadboard ends. Backside shows vestiges of red paint while the handle has whispers of green paint. Three small areas on the back have incurred a couple splotches of white paint. Honest dark hue inside the round openings where the tin tubes resided while the top of the board has delicious patina that compares to crushed walnut shells. Nice overall condition and makes for a unique display that suggests an early lighting theme. Stands 14 ¾” tall including handle, measures 14 ¾” across, 10" front to back.

Price: ~SOLD~ Thank You! $349.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

18th Century Cupboard Two Toned Green Paint

Delightful “1750 ~ 1775” two toned cupboard showing distinctive areas of squash green paint on the door as well as the bottom and upper-case trim. Nice alligator painted surface as well as luscious deep patina makes for a special piece. Raised door panel and bold trim add plenty of dimension. Fashioned from square nails and early screws this piece is strong and durable. There is an interesting make-do repair inside the door to remedy the crack marked “Skotch” providing later history. “Hamilton-Skotch” was founded in 1919 and located in Hamilton, Ohio. They manufactured furniture and materials as well as steel printing along with medical and scientific laboratories. Cracks on the door, back panel and top as well as wood loss located on the upper back right edge along with a missing back door lock exist but surprisingly this cupboard is in very good overall condition. The inside of the cupboard reveals a set of shelves that are re-moveable as a compact unit which was a later addition and offers great display opportunities. Overall height 16 ½”, measures 14 ¼” across and is 7 ¼” deep (all measurements include trim). More pictures Available.

Price: $349.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

19th Century Folk Art Kitties on Branch Painting

Mid to late 19th century oil painting done on Academy board depicting two kittens perched on a branch housed in the original frame (no glass). Wonderful and suggestive, playful aesthetic appeal as the kitten on the right will seemingly pounce on the other kitten who is preoccupied with her bucolic view high up in the treetops. Anonymous artist signature written in pencil is hard to make out and painting was removed from the frame for more clarity. Some paint loss near the top edge and on the bottom corner where signature is present. A vertical crack located at the top about 3 ¼” along with an additional horizontal crack at the top edge. 🕯️*PROVENANCE*: From the Thomas & Gail Rockwell collection, LaGrangeville, NY. Tom is the son of the renowned American artist, Norman Rockwell and the author of many children's books. His late wife Gail, was an artist-illustrator and the daughter of Arthur E. Sudler and Janet Whitson Sudler, both early 20th century artists - she illustrated several of her husband's children's books. Great folk-art appeal! Measures 17 ½” across, stands 13” tall & is ½” deep. More pictures available!

Price: 235.50 ~Freight to be Determined~

Pennsylvania Printed Fraktur Marriage Certificate

Wonderful Pennsylvania printed fraktur marriage certificate, featuring an intricate floral wreath tied with bold ribbons surrounding printed text with filled in sections certifying the marriage of George Shenberger and Elizabeth Gramling which was witnessed by Rev. Daniel Ziegler who was a minister in the Reading, PA area. Imprint mark reads "Wagner so. / York." Housed in a period wooden frame decorated with gold pinstripe details showing an older refinished surface. Retains a print-out regarding the life and history of Rev. David Ziegler. Good overall condition with minor all-over toning, and scattered foxing; frame with very minor wear. More pictures available!

Price: 169.50 ~Free Shipping~

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~

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: ~SOLD~ THANK YOU! $98.50 ~Freight to be determined~

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~

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~

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~