This sign is 2 sided & from the 1920's.....its smaltz painted which has been redone.....it has milk glass letters that are in perfect condition.....its all original except  More »

This sign is 2 sided & from the 1920's.....its smaltz painted which has been redone.....it has milk glass letters that are in perfect condition.....its all original except for the sand (smaltz) paint.size is 20'' x 40''...a beautiful sign....   « Less

Massive antique copper building corbels – 20” x 20” x 12” wide. Absolutely fantastic detail and craftsmanship. Unique aged green patina. Reclaimed  More »

Massive antique copper building corbels – 20” x 20” x 12” wide. Absolutely fantastic detail and craftsmanship. Unique aged green patina. Reclaimed from a building façade in the Jackson, Tennessee area. Quantity available – 10 Price - $ 499.00 each More photos are available at http://uniqueantiques.multiply.com   « Less

In 1868, the Novelty Iron Works was one of the first industrial companies in Freeport, Illinois. At first it produced feed grinders, plows and other agricultural products for  More »

In 1868, the Novelty Iron Works was one of the first industrial companies in Freeport, Illinois. At first it produced feed grinders, plows and other agricultural products for the farm communities around it. By 1884, water pumps, windmills, iron sections for store fronts and flooring and box coffee mills were added to the line. Its president, E.H. Morgan, decided that they could use the scrap lumber from the box coffee mills to make toy coffee mills and these became the first toys produced by the company. By 1939, they would produce more than 300 toys. In 1885, the company moved its operations to a new section of Freeport called the Arcade Addition. At the same time they incorporated and renamed themselves Arcade Manufacturing Company for their new location. During the decade of the 1920s Arcade became completely mechanized. To speed up their output, they developed molding machines, which they also marketed to other manufacturing companies. Toys moved from molding machines to tumblers where rough edges were removed. Then ill-fitting parts were repaired and pieces were plated as required. Next they went to an assembly line where they were riveted and painted either by spraying or dipping. After drying and inspection a decal was applied. Most Arcade toys have the name cast in the toy. It was also during this period that they adopted the marketing slogan, “They Look Real” to emphasize the fact that they took the shapes and colors of their toys from real life. After the tremendous success of their first cast iron car, the “Yellow Cab,” Arcade realized the potential of automotive toys. They concentrated in this area and subsequently devloped the most important line of cast iron automotive toys in America. They also produced farm toys, advertising and comic toys, toy banks, trains, dollhouse furnishings and cast iron penny toys using many real objects as models. Arcade continued toy production until 1942. The company was sold to Rockwell Manufacturing of Buffalo, New York in 1946. This toy, a six-man Fire Pumper #6990, measures approximately 13 ¼” long. It is an excellent example of Arcade’s integral casting that includes the firemen, tools and suction hoses. Even its nickel-plated hose reel is locked in place to prevent loss. Built on a 1938 Ford truck chassis, this toy is scarce. Its production was short-lived, a victim of hard economic times and Arcade’s decision to concentrate on smaller, light-weight castings and World’ s Fair toys for 1939. This toy shows some restoration and overpainting. “Arcade,” “6990” and “Made in U.S.A.” are clearly cast in the inside body of the toy.   « Less

Beautiful Painted Louis XV Enfilade from South East of France, Circa 1950. Dimensions: W.94'' - D.22'' - H.40''. Please check our inventory at www.mapantiques.com Thank  More »

Beautiful Painted Louis XV Enfilade from South East of France, Circa 1950. Dimensions: W.94'' - D.22'' - H.40''. Please check our inventory at www.mapantiques.com Thank you.   « Less

c. 1944 #50 Clematis Pattern Flower Frog The Roseville Pottery Company has a rich history as an American art and commercial pottery company. Before the company moved  More »

c. 1944 #50 Clematis Pattern Flower Frog The Roseville Pottery Company has a rich history as an American art and commercial pottery company. Before the company moved their offices from Roseville to Zanesville, Ohio in 1898, peddlers included their pottery pieces among the necessities and occasional luxuries that they offered housewives from door to door. Roseville catered to this market by offering a “Canvaser’s Outfit” that offered a miniature cuspidor and umbrella stand “finished in blended colors, artistically decorated represent[ing] exactly full size ware.” Roseville began producing art pottery in earnest at their Zanesville plant in 1900 under the direction of Ross Purdy. The new pottery was named Rozane and it came in a brown finish, a light finish, a monochromatic soft brown and a blended finish similar to the Aurelian line of its chief competitor, Weller. Most pieces of this period were artist-signed. Purdy was was succeeded in 1904 by Frederick Rhead. He created some of the most highly sought after early lines, but, sadly, he left the company in 1908. By 1914, the Rozane Art Pottery line was discontinued. The majority of Roseville Pottery was produced during the 1920s, 1930s and early 1940s. During this time, the company’s art director, Frank Ferrell, introduced such popular lines such as Wisteria, Sunflower, Futura and Ferrella. After WWII, times and tastes changed and Roseville attempted to launch a line of modernistic dinnerware that never really succeeded and the company was forced to close and liquidate its assets in 1954. This piece is a flower frog #50 in the Roseville Clematis Autumn Brown pattern. Repaired chip on front bottom rim (see photo). Otherwise in excellent condition. A wonderful collector’s piece.   « Less

A wonderful silver modern necklace, similar to that of Sarpaneva. Center agate type pink stone. Excellent condition. Unsigned.

A wonderful silver modern necklace, similar to that of Sarpaneva. Center agate type pink stone. Excellent condition. Unsigned.   « Less

This lovely Crystal Bowl was made in England circa 1950's-1970's. It features panels of circles and alternating panels of Diamonds with a Silverplate rim. It measures 8.5"  More »

This lovely Crystal Bowl was made in England circa 1950's-1970's. It features panels of circles and alternating panels of Diamonds with a Silverplate rim. It measures 8.5" wide and is 2.25" tall. The rim is slightly tarnished on this divided bowl with the overall condition being excellent with NO chips or cracks. A nice crystal bowl.   « Less

This radio is need of restoration,there are 6 of 7 tubes still intact and not broken.the body is fair condition,this is a great restoration radio.

This radio is need of restoration,there are 6 of 7 tubes still intact and not broken.the body is fair condition,this is a great restoration radio.   « Less

Style: Art Deco Type: Tables Original/Reproduction: Original Age: 1900-1950 Region of Origin: England

Style: Art Deco Type: Tables Original/Reproduction: Original Age: 1900-1950 Region of Origin: England   « Less

Circa: 1930 Dimensions: Headboard: 56" wide x 4" deep x 44 1/2 " high Foot board: 56" wide x 4" deep x 23" high Opening: 54" wide x 76" deep Stock Number: A1209-0487D  More »

Circa: 1930 Dimensions: Headboard: 56" wide x 4" deep x 44 1/2 " high Foot board: 56" wide x 4" deep x 23" high Opening: 54" wide x 76" deep Stock Number: A1209-0487D This is a gorgeous Art Deco Full Size Bed. It is made of Mahogany and has a Medium Mahogany Patina. The Bed is part of a Four Piece Bedroom Suite. The Set also includes a Tall chest of Drawers , Vanity, and Night Stand. We are currently selling these items separately. Please take the time to view them, for together them make up a gorgeous formal Bedroom Suite. The Headboard is beautifully formed. It has a Scalloping Cornice with a Rococo Shell and Acanthus Leaf Cartouche carved at the center. The Headboard has a Water Fall Breakfront curving below the Cornice. The Center panel of the Headboard has a spectacular Herringbone Pattern of Parquetry. The Headboard is supported upon Stile Legs. The Foot board has an even more dramatic design. It's Cornice is in a double Tiered Water Fall Design. Below a dramatic Herringbone Pattern of Mahogany embellishes the facade. The Foot board has Bracket Feet that have a Gadroon Carving embellishing them. The Apron flowing between scallops beautifully and has Acanthus Leaf Scrolls flow along the entire length. At the center is a Rococo Shell Cartouche. The Bed comes with matching Bed Rails. This is a beautiful American Art deco Water Fall Full Size Bed with a unique design. It will be a lovely addition to your master bedroom. AS A SERVICE TO YOU WE OFFER FREE SHIPPING AND INSURANCE OR DELIVERY!!! WE HAVE MANY MORE PHOTOS OF THIS PIECE. PLEASE CONTACT US AND WE WILL BE HAPPY TO SEND THEM TO YOU! THANK YOU FOR VIEWING OUR BED! :)   « Less