RARE ANTIQUE c. LATE 1400s EARLY 1500s RUSSIAN ORTHODOX CRUCIFIX PENDANT 133
Posted by admin On October 18, 2026
LATE 1400s – EARLY 1500s RUSSIAN ORTHODOX CRUCIFIX PENDANT.
Rare Early 18thC Norwegian Treen Folk Art Washing Bat Banketre- Dated 1710
Posted by admin On October 17, 2026
Rare & Authentic 1710 Norwegian Folk Art Washing Bat (Banketre)Up for sale is an exceptional piece of early 18th-century Scandinavian folk art. This authentic Norwegian washing bat (banketre) was hand-carved in 1710, a time when rural communities in Norway handcrafted highly decorative utilitarian tools as courting gifts or wedding tokens. Design & Artistry:The face of the paddle features a beautifully preserved, compass-drawn six-petal geometric rosette (sekstannet rosett). This timeless motif was traditionally carved into household objects to bring good luck and ward off misfortune. Elegantly carved directly inside the center of the geometric knot is the clear presentation year: 1710. Minor surface bumps, scuffs, and historical pitting consistent with domestic utility usage in the 1700s. The structural integrity is stable, and it has not been treated with modern waxes or commercial chemicals, preserving its authentic, bare-aged wood finish. From google reverse image search. This is a vintage Scandinavian wooden laundry tool, specifically a washing bat (known as a banketre in Norwegian), traditionally used in 19th-century domestic laundering to beat and extract water or dirt from wet clothes. Design and Carving: Hand-carved from hardwood with a spade-like paddle and a short handle grip, featuring geometric incised or compass-drawn circular motifs. Folk Art Tradition: These utilitarian pieces of treen were often inscribed with initials or dates as courting gifts or wedding tokens in rural Norway and Scandinavia. If you’d like, I can help you:Research the symbolism of the geometric rosette or knot carvings. Find information on dating and valuing antique Scandinavian treen. The text inside the carving shows the year 1710. This means the washing bat is an authentic piece of early 18th-century Scandinavian folk art (treen). Significance of the InscriptionDating: It places the creation of the piece in the late Baroque period. Courting Gift: In rural Scandinavia, young men often spent winters carving beautiful household tools like this for their sweethearts. The date commemorates the year it was presented. This is fitting for museum collections with similar 18th-century Norwegian or Swedish laundry paddles. That confirms it is a classic Norwegian banketre (washing bat). Pieces like this from the very early 1700s are highly prized examples of traditional Norwegian wood carving (treutskjæring). Regional and Historical ContextThe 1710 Era: During this time, Norway was in a dual-monarchy with Denmark. In rural valleys, remote communities relied heavily on self-sufficiency, leading to highly developed, distinct regional styles of decorative folk art. The Rosette Motifs: The compass-drawn circular pattern shown in your image was one of the most common geometric symbols used across Norwegian folk textiles and woodwork. It is often referred to locally as a sekstannet rosett (six-pointed rosette). PLEASE SEE PHOTOS WHICH FORM ITEM DESCRIPTION.
Early 20th C. Rare 8 Art Nouveau Royal Doulton Motto Stoneware Jug
Posted by admin On October 17, 2026
This rare 8 Art Nouveau Royal Doulton motto stoneware jug from the early 20th century is a stunning piece of antique pottery crafted in England. The motto, a quote from Charles Kingsley reads. Do the work that’s nearest. Tho’ it’s dull at whiles. Helping when you meet them. Lame dogs over stiles. Fully marked on base and in great condition, please see pics.
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Posted by admin On October 16, 2026
A RARE ANTIQUE QUALITY GENTLEMANS HIP FLASK, SILVER PLATE & GLASS EARLY 1900’s
Posted by admin On October 16, 2026
A RARE ANTIQUE QUALITY GENTLEMANS HIP FLASK, SILVER PLATE & GLASS EARLY 1900’s. Engraved, with leather covered top, lovely item. In excellent antique condition, made in uk.
Vintage Antique Emblem Motorcycle Pin Pocket Mirror Celluloid Rare Folkart Early
Posted by admin On October 15, 2026
Extremely early Emblem motorcycle that started its life as a pocket mirror. The mirror must have broken, so it was turned into a pin. There is staining throughout the image, but no damage to the celluloid. Its is marked on the rim by the maker, Parisian nov.
Rare Early 20th Century Chinese Hongmu Display Stand Hand Carved Circular Shelf
Posted by admin On October 15, 2026
Exceptional and rare Early 20th Century Chinese Hongmu display stand / scholar’s shelf in mint condition. A beautifully hand-carved statement piece featuring an elegant circular form with geometric shelving and intricate carved base details in traditional Chinese style. Crafted from rich Hongmu hardwood with a stunning warm grain and deep colour throughout. The combination of curved circular framing and asymmetrical shelving gives this piece a timeless aesthetic that works beautifully in both traditional and modern interiors. An outstanding collector’s piece ideal for displaying antiques, ceramics, bonsai, Asian art, sculptures, crystals, or treasured decorative objects. Dimensions. Height: 64cm. Width: 49cm. Depth: 15cm Features. Early 20th Century Chinese display stand. Rare Hongmu hardwood construction. Hand carved decorative base. Circular moon gate design. Geometric shelving layout. Rich antique wood grain. Freestanding display shelf. Mint condition. Highly decorative and collectible Condition: Mint condition with minimal age-related wear. Beautifully preserved with excellent colour and craftsmanship throughout. A rare and eye-catching statement piece seldom found in this condition. #chineseantiques #hongmu #displaystand #scholarsshelf #chinesefurniture #orientaldecor #asianantiques #vintagedecor #antiquefurniture #handcarved #moongatedesign #collectorspiece #rarefind #woodcarving #antiquechina #interiordesign #statementpiece #bonsaidisplay #vintageshelf #orientalfurniture.
Rare 1797 Holy Bible Hugh Gaine New York Early American Imprint Antique Leather
Posted by admin On October 14, 2026
Publisher/Printer: Hugh Gaine, one of colonial America’s most significant printers. His New York press is well-documented in American printing history, and his Bibles are highly sought after by collectors of American. Date: 1797 (MDCCXCVII). Binding: Original full leather with age wear, scuffing, and spine damage. Size: Octavo format, thick volume. Condition: Well-worn, staining, but appears intact. A genuine survivor of early American printing. Please see pictures for exact condition. Hugh Gaine was a New York printer active during the Revolutionary War and early federal period. His Bibles are rare examples of American religious publishing in the late 18th century. This is a valuable and collectible early American imprint, desirable for collectors of antiquarian Bibles, Americana, and colonial/Revolutionary-era history.
A Super Rare Early Brass Pastry Wheel with Spoon In Good Condition
Posted by admin On October 14, 2026
A very rare pastry wheel with spoon in good antique order wear and tear as one would expect.
Rare Antique Late 18th Early 19th Century Rat de Cave Iron Spiral Candlestick
Posted by admin On October 13, 2026
Late 18th, Early 19th Century. Made of Iron with a fruitwood base. In reality this dates to around 1770 and most likely made in France. Lovely patina and perfect to go with oak and country furniture. These type of candlesticks were used as a portable candlestick that could also be hooked onto an a beam in a barn for safety rather than risk falling over if simply stood on the floor or beam. Or used in mining, hence the origins of the name. The candle could be set low inside the spiral and ten screwed up as the candle burned down so as to reduce the risk of the candle falling out and causing a fire. Very simple but very clever invention. Height approx 18.5cm. Dia of base approx 9cm. Please be your judge on condition.