American Antiques / Kathy Schoemer
After more than 50 years in this amazing business, we welcome you to our happy site. Nothing has altered our dedication to real American "country", as it was known to all of us in the 1970's, when the first stacks of pantry boxes showed up in magazines, when Martha was beginning her journey in nearby Westport, CT, (I was in New Canaan, a few miles away), baskets were hung from beams, hooked rugs met stretchers, quilts hung on walls, weathervanes on stands, and on and on. We were an undaunted bunch, and we loved being together, buying, selling and gabbing. Still do. Look here on DIG for my most recent and most ancient finds. It is our shop window and our attic combined. One caveat: I do not like returns. This is a polite way of saying --"Please, no returns." Please ask as many questions and request as many photos as you like. I will gladly give you undivided attention. I price very sensitively, based on cost. I will do what I can to make your purchase a pleasure. Shipping costs have become a burden to all of us; we strive to keep them totally fair. We accept personal checks and PayPal, and offer Lay-A-Way as well. Please enjoy my finds. Living with antiques is one of life's greatest pleasures. PS: We work hard for you to offer really authentic things. I'm sure you are noticing peculiar iterations of country things everywhere now. If it's unbelievable, please beware. It is probably a fake. A clever artist can add "old" paint to a piece of woodenware; those objects are simply reproductions. It takes time, effort , conscience and love to offer true objects. Occasionally, I will offer re-creations by living or recent folk artists, worthy of collecting. These will be attributed to the artists.
Small Schneeman Doll.
I have had this sweetie for many years, bought from Norma, and cherished by us. She is about 11", wears a vintage dress, and a very happy smile. Norma is still active but her work is hard to acquire. At my age, it's time to spread the joy around. 2 photos. Signed and dated.
Price: SOLD.
Jimmie Cramer Rare Small Angel.
13". All of us of a certain age treasure the memories of Jimmie and Dean, and Seven Gates Farm. First and foremost they were beautiful people, brimming over with creative talent and a deep understanding of the country sensibility. All smiles and delight in antiques, they were dear to all of us. Jimmie created his angels in the 1980's and they figure prominently in their book - "Seasons at Seven Gates Farm". I purchased this one way back then, and the small ones were few and far between. Sadly both have left us, but their legacy remains -- their genuine good will and the treasures they crafted. Angel is signed on the back. 2 photos.
Price: SOLD
Pair Weighted Canleholders.
They are very slightly different, as handmade objects tend to be. 11.5 " tall with a base diameter of under 5.5", in excellent condition, with raised decoration in the form of a chain around the base. Usually these are English, early to mid-19th c. They are offed as a pair, or separately. 2 photos.
Price: $850. pr.; $550. each
Pictorial Needlework in Original Frame.
11" x 11" incl. frame. Out of a dealer's private collection, this choice piece is in perfect condition, done in woolen thread on open weave linen ground. Has an English feel, with so many details, especially her stoic features and puffed sleeves. The letters "g" "e" and "h" are in the lower quadrant. The grassy stitch under her little feet is a nice element. c 1840. 2 photos.
Price: $395.
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