H&L Antiques

Helen & Larry Bryan | Princeton, NJ | (732) 690-5783 | hlantiques@icloud.com

Shop Description: We are country Americana dealers who search for pre-1850 furnishings that are functional, well constructed and have great and sometimes unique form with wonderful paint and patina. With appreciation for all craftsmen of that period, we travel throughout the east coast to find American furniture, early lighting, treenware/woodenware, kitchen/hearth implements as well as other interesting accessories from that period. After years of collecting we opened our business in the year 2000 and continue to utilize the same criteria in making our purchases for the business as we do for ourselves. To see additional items or to see more photos and information of items in this shop click on our website link https://hlantiques.com/. WE OFFER A BUYER FRIENDLY LAY-AWAY PLAN AND FREE SHIPPING ON MOST ITEMS.


BIRDCAGE CANDLESTICK WITH WOODEN BASE -18th C

A relatively rare candlestick with six rods topped by a pierced disc with a hook for carrying or hanging. The metal rods are attached to a turned and waisted wooden base. The birdcage is a safety feature which prevented the candle from toppling out of the holder and reduced the possibility of a fire. The candlestick is all original and in quit good condition for a piece that was used in the 18th and 19th century. 91/4”H (KOTK) For additional photos of this item tap or click on our website link https://hlantiques.com in Shop Description above and visit category RECENT ADDITIONS

Price: $875

2023-Dec-01 10:15am EST | Tags :

VERY EARLY FULL MORTISED LIME GREEN STOOL-

Note the unique color thickness of the wood and the nice early construction of this interesting stool. All hand construction with hand shaving. Full mortised legs. Just a nice sturdy stool in excellent condition with original surface.(BCTR)… For additional photos of this item tap or click on our website link https://hlantiques.com in Shop Description above and visit category Accessories: Mirrors, Shelves, Stools, Small Benches, Chests, Table Top Desks Dimensions: 10"H x 111/4"L x 63/8"W

Price: $250

2023-Dec-01 09:05am EST | Tags :

ROCKINGHAM PLATTER AND BOWL 1850-1900

A beautiful signed yellow ware oval platter with Rockingham glaze in outstanding condition. No cracks chips or repairs.  14" x 11" List Price: $195   (BLTK) A footed tea bowl with Rockingham glaze in excellent condition. No cracks chips or repairs. Diameter 5 Height 2 3/4" List Price: $175   (BDLK)****** Buy Both For $275 With Free Shipping****** For additional photos of this item tap or click on our website link https://hlantiques.com in Shop Description above and visit category Toleware, Pottery, Ceramics 18th, 19th, 20th Century.

2023-Nov-30 02:56pm EST | Tags :

TOLEWARE DOCUMENT BOX 19th CENTURY

An early 19th century toleware document box with an interesting an unusual decoration.The document box has a nice clean interior and is complete with original hasp and original handle. The original paint which is attributed to Mercy North 1798-1838 (Fly Creek NJ) remains vibrant on all sides. However there is some loss on all the sides.  The box is in excellent condition for a piece of this age.(CARL) Dimensions: 8" L x 4"D x 4 1/2"H For additional photos of this item tap on our website link https://hlantiques.com above and visit category Toleware, Pottery:18th 19th 20th Century

Price: $375

2023-Nov-28 01:41pm EST | Tags :

TINDER BOX 1750-1800

WHILE WE HAVE HAD A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT CANDLE HOLDER TINDER BOXES AND A FEW HINGED LID SMALL POCKET TINDER BOXES, THIS IS THE FIRST STEEL TINDER BOX WITH A HINGED LID OF THIS SIZE THAT WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO FIND. THIS TINDER BOX MEASURES 4 1/4” X 2 3/4”. THIS WAS DESIGNED TO BE CARRIED IN A POUCH ETC. BUT COULD BE CARRIED IN A POCKET.THE TINDER BOX IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION AND COMPLETE.(LETE) LIST PRICE: $395. For additional photos of this item tap on our website link https://hlantiques.com/ above and visit category Recent Additions.

Price: $395

2023-Nov-28 12:06pm EST | Tags :

19th CENTURY PAINTED TABLE/WALL BOX

A good looking 19th century table /wall box. The box features  wonderful original paint carved and painted tulips on the front panel a nicely shaped lid and back panel. The back panel has a carved flower with carved leaves. Construction is butt end with old square iron nails The box may be hung on a wall or sits nicely on a table. While there is minor loss on the lid where it is pinned and some ware consistent with age and use,the overall condition is very good. (KTBK) Dimensions: 101/4"L x 53/4"W x 61/2" H List Price: $595 For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS.

2023-Nov-15 09:57am EST | Tags :

WALNUT SALT BOX WITH DRAWER 1740-1780

In colonial homes, free-flowing grains of salt began with placing the salt box near the fire for drying out. In damp, cool weather salt absorbs moisture from the air. Cooks in colder places used to help it stay dry by keeping it near a fire, stove or covered. This particular 18th century walnut salt box is dovetailed and has a nice size dovetailed divided drawer with the original pull. The top is slanted and has the original single hinge. May be used on a counter or hung on the wall. Attractive and in great condition. Dimensions: 8 1/8”L x 7”D x 10 1/4”H. (DLKE) For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category BOXES: WALL, ,CANDLE, PANTRY, TABLE

Price: $450

2023-Nov-15 09:43am EST | Tags :

CAST IRON CARNIVAL SHOOTING TARGET

 CAST IRON CARNIVAL SHOOTING TARGET An early cast iron swan target with stand. The swan exhibits wonderful detail on both sides and interesting patina combination of red gold and brown paint.(CKET) Dimensions: 6 3/8" H 5 3/4"W For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category CAUGHT OUR EYE

Price: $485

2023-Nov-13 10:03am EST | Tags :

SET OF SEVEN NESTED BASKETS

Seven nested baskets made from a common invasive pervasive destructive vine (Herbaceous Dicots Family) found in New Jersey among other states. This vine is all over our trees and bushes. You can"t break it with your hands and is strong enough to pull down young trees. However it makes a great basket  and is almost indestructible.These 7 baskets are extremely  well made in great condition and measure in size from 8" L  4 1/2"W x 6 1/2"H (includes handle) to 10 1/2""L  8"W x 11"H (includes handle).(EAR) For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category FOLK ARE 2: BASKETS, ARTWORK, STONEWARE

Price: $75

2023-Nov-13 09:20am EST | Tags :

SKEWER SET WITH SEVEN FLAT SKEWERS 1750-1800

SKEWERS WERE IRON RODS OR BLADES USED TO SECURE MEAT FOR ROASTING. THIS DIAMOND AND SHANK HOLDER WITH PUNCHED HOLE IS HOLDING SEVEN DIFFERENT SIZED SKEWER BLADES. (AOKT) For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS

Price: $575

2023-Nov-11 10:19am EST | Tags :

GREEN PANTRY BOX - 19TH CENTURY

19th CENTURY GREEN ROUND STORAGE BOX 7 3/4”DIA, 3 1/8”H WHICH IS EXTREMELY WELL MADE. NOTE THE STRAIGHT SQUARE NAILED SEAMS, WONDERFUL GREEN PAINT, SQUARE NAIL CONSTRUCTION, 7/8” OVERHANG OF LID, CLEANLINESS OF INTERIOR AND THE OVERALL STRENGTH OF THE BOX. OUTSTANDING CONDITION.(TCLK) For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS

Price: $575

2023-Nov-11 10:14am EST | Tags :

BRASS CHAMBER STICK ca:1790

CHAMBER STICKS IN THIS FORM WERE POPULAR IN THE LATE 1700s. THIS PARTICULAR CHAMBER STICK IS EITHER DUTCH OR ENGLISH. IT IS NICELY MADE WITH A RIVETED HANDLE AND CANDLE HOLDER. THE CONDITION IS EXCELLENT. DIAMETER 5 3/4” TOP, HANDLE 5”, LENGTH 10 3/4”. (LOTK) For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS

Price: $425

2023-Nov-11 10:04am EST | Tags :

BEE-HIVE STONEWARE JUG WITH COBALT BEE-STINGER

Late 19th century beehive stoneware jug with cobalt bee-stinger. Very minor chips on base and spout. A couple of tiny pinholes. 10 1/4”H. (BEDE) For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS.

Price: $200

2023-Nov-11 09:33am EST | Tags :

BEAUTIFULLY INLAID SATINWOOD FOOTED BOX

BEAUTIFULLY INLAID SATINWOOD FOOTED BOX A beautiful early Tunbridgeware satinwood box. In addition to the bold inlay on top, note the rope inlay framing the top, subtlety circling the box and the inlayed escutcheon.The interior is divided into two compartments. The silver lining in the interior is paper.(LDHE) 9”L x 5 7/8”D x 3 1/4”H. For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS.

Price: $420

2023-Nov-11 09:27am EST | Tags :

EARLY 19th CENTURY DOVETAILED WALNUT SLIDE BOX

A magnificent dovetailed slide box with molded base. Note the beautiful etched design and carved shell finger pull on the sliding top.The interior is divided into six small compartments. T-nail construction. Magnificent condition. (CTEDE) Dimensions: 9 5/8”L x 5 1/8”W x 1 7/8”H For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS.

Price: $640

2023-Nov-11 09:17am EST | Tags :

TRIPOD TABLE RUSH/CANDLE HOLDER WITH BRASS DISC

A wrought iron 18th century table rush/candle holder with a brass disc and penny feet. This rush/splint holder with rectangular jaws and a closed seam candle holder has great ware and appealing rather unique design. (ATOKD) 10" High. For additional photos of this item use our link to our website in SHOP DESCRIPTION above and explore category RECENT ADDITIONS. You may also want to visit category EARLY LIGHTING.

Price: $650

2023-Nov-09 08:54pm EST | Tags :


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