Wendy Hamilton Antiques

Cast Iron Mallard Duck Head Desk/Wall Clip

Antique Cast Iron Mallard Duck Head Desk/Wall Clip With Glass Eyes for Bills Letters or Paper A neat desk or wall clip for bills & letters Stamped on the Bottom ‘5160’ Approximate Dimensions: 5" Long x 1" Wide Condition: As found, excellent condition. No damage or repairs.

Price: 145. US -$195. Canadian

19th C Figural Forged Iron Sewing Hemming Bird

19th Century Figural Forged Iron Sewing Hemming Bird - Duck This wonderful stylistic iron duck like figure is an English 'sewing bird' made in the mid 19th century. It was clamped to the table while sewing. It has a strong spring. When you squeeze it, its mouth opens to receive the fabric being sewn and hold it in its mouth. It was so useful to the seamstress; it was often referred to as a 'third hand'. Reference: Sewing Tools & Trinkets by H. Thompson p. 134. Approximate Dimensions: The bird is 4 1/2" long and the entire clamp is 5 1/2" high (from the top of the pin cushion to the bottom of the thumbscrew) The Condition: Retains its original worn pin cushion. Shows minor wear as expected from age & use. There is no damage or repairs.

Price: SOLD…… ($195. US- $250. Canadian)

19th C Painted Wooden Solitaire Game Boards

19th C Hand Painted Wooden Solitaire Game Board Three Sides This rare form of solitaire game has three playing surfaces with hand painted decoration. I have never seen this form before. No maker's mark. One side is for the classic game of solitaire and fox & geese while the other is a spiral game. Inside is a whole different game. Full Width 15 3/4", Height 9 1/2" . Coloured clay Marbles included. As found, no damage - some wear as expected with age and use. If bought, I will send the buyer what I have found on how to play each.

Price: $285 US—$385 Canadian

Free Standing 19th Century Butter Mold Lion

Free Standing 19th Century Butter Mold Lion “The practice of making free standing figures in butter was very popular in Great Britain.” Two wooden pegs held the sides together to create a 3 dimensional butter mold (one peg is missing) Reference: Butter Prints & Molds Paul Kindig p.233-234 and Treen by Pinto p.103 (see scan) The lion is skillful and realistically carved. Approximate Dimensions: Height 3 ½ - Width 4 1/4- Depth 2 ¼ Condition: As found. Patina as expected from age & use. No damage.

Price: $495 US- $595 Canadian

Horse form Tobacco Chopper 19th Century

Horse form Tobacco Chopper 19th Century A 19th century tobacco chopper cutter in the shape of a trotting horse with a steel cutting blade, mounted on a shaped wooden base. Approximate Dimensions: Length of horse 14", Height of base 1 3/4", height of horse 6 1/2". Condition: As found. No damage or repairs evident.

Price: SOLD!

19th Century Game Board Gameboard Square Red Black

19th Century Game Board Gameboard Square Red Black Square 19th century gameboard made from a single board. Painted alternating red and black squares with gold outline. Framed in gold. Approximate Dimensions: 11 1/2" square. Condition: As found, no damage or repairs seen. Paint original. Wear as expected from age and use.

Price: $175. US - $235. Canadian

Ice Fishing Decoy-Carved Wooden Bird Finch

Ice Fishing Decoy-Carved Wooden Bird Finch I have three carved wooden ice fishing decoys in the shape of birds.: a Blue Jay, a Cardinal and a Finch. I will show/sell each separately or sell all 3. These decoys are handcrafted with a wooden body, tin wings and brass feet. The majority come from the Great Lakes region. They were used to lure the sluggish, cold fish swimming along the bottom to the top of the pond while spear fishing through the ice. They are as imaginative as the artist/fisherman could make them. The critters were primarily made in the 1950’s.. The Finch Approximate Dimensions: Length 6 1/4"”, width 6 1/4”

Price: $325 US- $395 Canadian

Ice Fishing Decoy-Carved Wooden Bird Cardinal

Ice Fishing Decoy-Carved Wooden Bird Cardinal I have three carved wooden ice fishing decoys in the shape of birds.: a Blue Jay, a Cardinal and a Finch. I will show/sell each separately or sell all 3. These decoys are handcrafted with a wooden body, tin wings and brass feet. The majority come from the Great Lakes region. They were used to lure the sluggish, cold fish swimming along the bottom to the top of the pond while spear fishing through the ice. They are as imaginative as the artist/fisherman could make them. The critters were primarily made in the 1950’s. The Cardinal Length: Cardinal 8” x 3 3/4:.

Price: $325. US- $395 Canadian

Ice Fishing Decoy-Carved Wooden Bird Blue Jay

Ice Fishing Decoy-Carved Wooden Bird Blue Jay I have three carved wooden ice fishing decoys in the shape of birds.: a Blue Jay, a Cardinal and a Finch. I will show/sell each separately or sell all 3. These decoys are handcrafted with a wooden body, tin wings and brass feet. The majority come from the Great Lakes region. They were used to lure the sluggish, cold fish swimming along the bottom to the top of the pond while spear fishing through the ice. They are as imaginative as the artist/fisherman could make them. The critters were primarily made in the second half of the 20th century. The Blue Jay Approximate Dimensions: Length 8 ½”, width 3 ½”

Price: $325. US- $395 Canadian

Forged Iron and Brass Rushlight Early 19th C

Forged Iron and Brass Primitive Rushlight Early 19th C The rushlight holder is blacksmith made with a brass base. It has a counterweight which terminates in a brass acorn finial (very unusual). The rush, sometimes called the 'poor man's candle', was made from the common meadow rush. The peeled stripped rush was dipped in tallow many times and when dry burned in the holder at a 45 degree angle. Approximate Dimensions: Height 8 1/2”. Condition: As found. Minor dents in the base as expected from age & use. Reference: Caspall, 'Making Fire & Light in the Home Pre 1820' p.184

Price: $495. US- $655. Canadian

Painted Cast Iron Paddlewheel Toy New Orleans 1890

Painted Cast Iron Paddlewheel Floor Toy New Orleans Faintly marked New Orleans, manufactured by Wilkins Toy Co, New Hampshire circa 1890. In used condition, as found, original paint, no breaks. H: 4.5", L: 10.5", W: 3".

Price: $795. US- $945. Canadian

Pair Saucer Candle Chambersticks and Snuffers

Pair of 19th Century Saucer Candle Chambersticks with Snuffers Pair of tinned sheet iron saucer chambersticks with ejectors and douters (snuffers). "Next to the hogscrapers, the chamberstick was probably the most universal form of the 19th century. The shafts rest on deep saucer-shaped bases and could be carried by a ring handle. An ejector and douter (snuffer) are also provided." They both have weighted bases. Reference: Candlesticks in America 1650-1900 J.T. Butler, plate 111 Approximate Dimensions: Height 5", Diameter 9". Snuffer 3 3/4" high. Condition: As found, untouched. No apparent damage or repairs. See photos.

Price: SOLD

19th Century Painted Game Board 2 Sides

19th Century Painted Game Board 2 Sides This 19th century 2 sided gameboard was painted on a single hardwood board. It was found in NH. Approximate Dimensions: Height 20.5” x Width 19.5”. Condition: As found, wear as expected from age & use. See photos.

Price: $650. US-$845 Canadian

2 Folk Art Carnival Steeplechases Horses 1940's

Folk Art Two Carved Painted Wooden Steeplechase Racing Horses with Jockeys Carnival. Pine, original paint, well carved figures of two horses with riders in full racing pose. Mounted on to later wooden bases. 2nd Quarter 20th C. A steeplechase is a distance horse race in which competitors are required to jump diverse fence and ditch obstacles. Both are marked #6. Good condition. No damage or repairs. Some paint flaking on the lighter horses jockey. Approximate Dimensions: Height 14” x Length 15.5”

Price: $1040. US - $1350. Canadian

Antique Ice Skates Forged Blades 6” Curl

Rare Antique Ice Skates Forged Blades 6” Curl circa 1850' Price $895. US - $1195. Canadian These beautiful handmade Antique Ice Skates, circa 1850's, have forged iron blades with VERY large curls - 6 " (one of the largest I have ever had for sale). Old original dark red paint. Beautifully proportioned. The wood platforms are tapered in the middle. The screws at the heel are to prevent boot slippage. No makers marks evident. The footbeds marked (R) & (L) Length of footbed 10" Of entire skate 12’. Height of the curl 6.25".. Condition: As found. No damage or repairs. See photos.

Price: $895. US - $1195. Canadian

Candle Wick Snuffer and Paint Decorated Tole Tray

English Candle Wick Snuffer and Paint Decorated Tole Tray 19th Century This English wick trimmer was used in the late 1800's. The scissors opened to snuff out the wick. The pointed end would then be used to straighten and arrange the wick. It is unmarked. The paint decorated tole tray is of the same period and was meant to hold the snuffer when it was not in use. Dimensions: Trimmer 7". Tray 10 1/2", Width 4". Condition: No damage or repairs, as found. Wear as expected from age and use. See photos.

Price: $125. US- $165. Canadian

Mid-19th century figural brass sewing hemming bird

Mid-19th century figural brass sewing – hemming bird This very small sized brass bird is an English 'sewing bird' made in the mid 19th century. It was clamped to the table while sewing . It has a strong spring under the tail of the bird. When you squeeze the bird's tail, its mouth opens to receive the fabric being sewn and hold it in its mouth. It was so useful to the seamstress; it was often referred to as a 'third hand'. Reference: Sewing Tools & Trinkets by H. Thompson p. 134. Approximate Dimensions: The bird is 2 3/4" long (most are 4” long) and the entire clamp is 4" high. The Condition: All original. There is no damage or repairs (except to the pin cushion).

Price: 220. US- $285. Canadian

19th C Ice Figure Skates forged blade Acorn Finial

19th Century Figure Ice Skates Forged Iron Blades Brass Acorn Finials These handmade Ice Skates, circa 1850's, have forged iron blades ending in large 5 1/2" curls and brass acorn finials. The platforms taper in the middle. The screws at the heel prevent the boots from slipping. There is an undistinguishable maker’s mark on the underside of the platform (photo). Stand not included. Approximate Dimensions: Length 10 1/2" to end of the platform and 15" to the end of the blade. Height of curl 5 1/2". Condition: As Found. No damage or repairs evident. Some surface rust on blades. Wear as expected from use & age. Retain their original brown surface.

Price: 495. US-$670.Canadian

19th Century Colorful Painted Game Board 2 Sides

19th Century Colourfully Painted Game Board 2 Sides This 19th century 2 sided framed gameboard was found in NH. The backgammon side is brightly painted in orange and blue green on a black background. The side with the checker game is painted black & orange with gold stencils in the black squares & flowers in 2 corners. Approximate Dimensions: Height 21” x Width 17”. Condition: As found, wear as expected from age & use. See photos.

Price: 995. US- $1345.Canadian

American 19th C Carved Painted Horses Pull toy

Two American 19th Century Carved Painted Horses Pull Toy Found in Pennsylvania. Two horses in full tack. Four small metal wheels on wooden base. Appear to be late 19th or early 20th century. Condition: As found. No evidence of damage, repairs or repaint. Approximate Dimensions: Base 9 1/4" x 7". Horses Length 9', Height 8 1/2" to tip of ear.

Price: 325 . US - $440. Canadian

Pair of Folk Art Carved Wooden Geese

Pair of Folk Art Carved Wooden Geese Polychrome decorated. Unsigned, good overall condition with age related wear. Possibly mid 20th century or earlier. Approximate Dimensions; Length 16”, Height 9.5” (largest)

Price: SOLD

Forged Iron Rushlight 18th Century

Forged Iron Rushlight Late 18th C This early rushlight holder was blacksmith made. The center column is twisted. The outer arm ends in a spiral. The pincers, to hold the rush, are spade shaped. The legs on the tripod base finish in scrolls. The rush, sometimes called the 'poor man's candle', was made from the common meadow rush. The peeled stripped rush was dipped in tallow many times and when dry - burned in the holder at a 45 degree angle. Approximate Dimensions: Height 10 1/4”. Condition: Excellent shape. As found. No damage. Reference: Caspall, 'Making Fire & Light in the Home Pre 1820' p.184

Price: 795. US- $1075. Canadian

Horse Pull Toy 19th Century

Horse Pull Toy 19th C Wooden This lovely old, well played with, wooden horse pull toy stands on a red wooden base with black stencilling. It retains a lot of the original tack, including the saddle. The eyes are painted and the ears are leather. The tail is made of horse hair. Condition: Played with. No breaks or repairs. Stable age cracks from age & use. (see photos) Approximate Dimensions: Full piece: Length: 19”, Depth 5”, Height 19”. (The base is 2” high.)

Price: (895. US- $1165. Canadian) On Hold

Antique Blue Figure Ice Skates Brass Acorns

19th Century Blue Figure Ice Skates Forged Iron Blades 4 3/4" curl Brass Acorn Finials These handmade Ice Skates, circa 1850's, have forged iron blades ending in large 4 3/4" curls and brass acorn finials. Found in Maine USA. The platforms taper in the middle. The screws at the heel prevent the boots from slipping. One screw slightly shorter than the other. No makers mark seen.. Approximate Dimensions: Length 10 1/2" to end of the platform and 13 1/2" to the end of the blade.. height of curl 4 3/4". Condition: As Found. No damage or repairs evident. Some bend to the curls from use. Slight surface rust. Wear as expected from use & age. Couple of chips to wood at toe of one and opening for the back strap on the other. They retain their original old light blue paint. Stand not included.

Price: SOLD!

19th Century Figural Forged Iron Sewing Bird

19th Century Figural Forged Iron Sewing Hemming Bird This wonderful stylistic iron bird is an English 'sewing bird' made in the mid 19th century. It was clamped to the table while sewing (note the heart thumbscrew). It has a strong spring under the tail of the bird. When you squeeze the bird's tail, its mouth opens to receive the fabric being sewn and hold it in its mouth. It was so useful to the seamstress; it was often referred to as a 'third hand'. Reference: Sewing Tools & Trinkets by H. Thompson p. 134. Approximate Dimensions: The bird is 3 1/2" long and the entire clamp is 4 1/2" high (from the beak to the bottom of the heart thumbscrew) The Condition: Shows minor wear as expected from age & use. There is no damage or repairs

Price: 160.00 US- $195.Canadian

19th Century Whale Oil Onion Lantern

19th Century Whale Oil Onion Lantern All Original including whale oil double burner. One small repair/replacement to wires that attach the top & handle. Does not affect the beauty of the lantern. Large glass globe 10” diameter. Pierced stars decoration on base. Pierced stars and diamonds on smoke bell.. Condition Very good. Wear as expected rom age & use. Approximate Dimensions: Height to top of handle 18" Diameter 22”, Base 6”

Price: 695.00 US-$875. Canadian

Painted cast iron Doorstop Clipper Ship

Painted cast iron Doorstop Clipper Ship Polychrome painted cast iron ship on waves, manufactured by Eastern Specialty Mfg. Co., circa 1920’s. Embossed on back “Eastern Speciality Manufacturing Co "No. 21", Condition: Very good, Original Paint Approximate Dimensions: Height 9" x 5 7/8” wide. Reference: The Doorstop Book by John & Nancy Smith p.25

Price: 295.00 US- $375.Canadian

Carpenter Fire Engine #33 with 3 horses

Carpenter Fire Engine #33 with 3 horses This rare Carpenter engine was patented in the early 1880’s. The number 33 is cast into the side of the boiler. Condition: As found, no damage evident. The original horses have been replaced with late 19th century ones manufactured by Dent. The Carpenter driver has been replaced with a period driver. The rear driver is missing. This is still a very attractive historical 19th century cast iron toy. Reference: Cast Iron Horse Drawn Toys by John Olshefski p.25 Length 18.5”

Price: 345.00 US-$440.Canadian

Painted Small Cast Iron Fire Patrol Wilkens

Painted Small Cast Iron Fire Patrol- One Horse This is a rare cast iron toy manufactured by Wilkens circa 1911-1913. Original driver and three firemen. Length 12.5”, Height 4”. Condition: All original, no damage, repairs or repaint evident. Wear as expected from use. Reference: Cast Iron Horse Drawn Toys by J Olshefski p.169 plate J 8015

Price: 595.00 US-$775.Canadian

Decorated Folk Art Wood Candle Lantern 19th C

Decorated Folk Art Wood Candle Lantern 19th Century This 19th century very decorative wooden candle lantern has 4 glass sides one of which lifts to light the candle. The candle is held in a very unusual pincer (see photo). The decoration on the top, particularly the copper shield, is very unusual and attractive!! The sides have been carved in a bird's feet design. Reference: (See scan) These wood lanterns are usually pinned together with small wooden pegs. The corner posts project through the base forming feet. The dome chimney and bail handle are typical. p.33 Early Lighting A Pictorial Guide by the Rushlight Club Approximate Dimensions: Height to top of glass 9.75" to top of the shield 12 3/4", base is 5 1/2" square. Condition: As found. No evidence of damage or repairs. Wear as expected from age & use (see photos).

Price: SOLD

19th c. Sailor-Made Rope Beckets on frame

Pair of 19th c. Sailor-Made Braided Rope Beckets on frame Pair of 19th c. Sailor-Made Braided Rope Beckets, red, white and blue painted surface, with Turk's Head knots and leather washers. The carved and painted brackets are mounted on a rope-trimmed whitewashed wooden board. Found in Maine Approximate Dimensions: Beckets only: 9 1/4" high, 5 1/4" wide. Brackets 8 ‘.Board: 15 1/4" x 16 1/4". Condition: Minor paint losses to beckets as expected from age & use..

Price: 945.00 US- $1175,Canadian

Rare Double Sided Maple Sugar Mold Quebec Beaver

Rare Double Sided Maple Sugar Mold Quebec Beaver This double sided birch maple sugar mold has a deeply carved beaver image, an egg, two balls and a flower sprig on one side while the reverse has a heart, diamond, oval and circle all with ridged sides. Quebec, 19th century. H: 3.5", L: 23.5", W: 2.5". Condition Used, as found. No condition issues.

Price: 795.00 US- $945.Canadian

Painted Cast Iron Mechanical Elephant Bank

Painted Cast Iron Mechanical Pull Tail Elephant Bank American 1930's Colour: White Manufacturer: Hubley Mfg. Co Lancaster PA unsigned "Place a coin in the end of the elephant's trunk. Pull his tail and the trunk swings over his head and deposits the coin in the front of the howdah. To reset, move his trunk to its original position." Reference: The Bank Book by Bill Norman p.32 Approximate Dimensions: Length trunk down 8.5" Condition: As found. No damage or repairs evident. Wear as expected with age and use.

Price: 395.00 US- $535.Canadian

Victorian Cloth Baby’s Ball c 1880

Victorian Cloth Baby’s Ball c 1880 This is a stuffed textile ball with 6 lithographed illustrations from a nursery rhyme. Each wedge shaped segment of the ball is chromolithographed with scenes of a baby engaged in various activities typical of a Victorian child. Each illustration is accompanied by 2 descriptive lines of verse one above and one below. “Here’s a ball for baby/ nice and soft and round / here’s the baby’s hammer/hear the baby pound / here’s the baby’s soldiers/standing in a row / here’s the baby’s trumpet/hear the baby blow / don’t take the ball away/ to make baby cry / here’s the baby’s cradle/to rock baby by” This is in terrific condition considering its age & use. I have never seen one before.. Circumference 31”

Price: 495.00 US-$625. Canadian

19th C Tole & Copper Portsmouth Betty Lamp

19th C Tole Portsmouth Betty Lamp American 19th century Betty lamp made of tole The upper section is copper.. These lamps burned oil or grease with a twisted cotton wick that was placed in the internal 'wick support'. This lamp retains the original 'wick pick' used to pull the wick forward in the wick tube. When the lamp is firmly attached to the base, it is often called a 'Portsmouth Betty'. The design is believed to have originated in the Portsmouth New Hampshire area. Reference: Early Lighting a Pictorial Guide. The Rushlight Club Condition: As found, see photos. Wear as expected with age & use. Approximate Dimensions : Height 9 1/2", diameter of base 6 1/2".

Price: 335.00 US- $395.Canadian

Forged Iron Trivet Horseshoe with human feet

Forged Iron Trivet Horseshoe with feet Forged Iron trivet, made from a horseshoe with human feet. American, Early 19th century. Condition: Excellent original condition. Approximate Dimensions: H 2-1/8" W 5-1/4" L 6-1/4".

Price: SOLD..

Brass Candlestick Hogscraper Style Wedding Bands

Brass Candlestick Hogscraper Style Double Wedding Band English 1725-1750 Seamed construction References: -Lighting in America – Brass Candlesticks by John Richardson Edited by Lawrence Cook p.86 -Making Fire & Light in the home pre-1820 p 120 Figure 251

Price: 295.00 US-$395.Canadian

Small size River or Carnival Racing Duck Decoys

Small size River or Carnival Racing Duck Decoys, early to mid 20th century These two small painted duck decoys were probably used in a river for racing or in a carnival race. They are numbered #12 & #26. The weights on the underside have been removed so they will sit flat. Condition: As found. Wear as expected from age & use. Approximate Dimensions: Total Length 9”, actual body length 7” Height 4”.

Price: 295.00 US- $395.Canadian

WESTPHALIAN FROG MINERS MINING LAMP 19th C

WESTPHALIAN FROG MINERS MINING LAMP 19th C This iron and brass miner's lamp was probably made in Westphalia Germany circa 1858. These lamps were exported to America from Germany. Most 'Frog Lamps' from Westphalia are characterized by a small lid in the top of the font. The lid is opened using a wing nut connected to a latch under the lid. Westphalia lamps have a hanging hook shaped like a question mark (Sheppard's hook). The heart shape semi-circular brass shield is marked 'GLUCK AUF' and decorated with crossed hammers. The latch handle is also heart shaped. Glück Auf; is the traditional German miners' greeting. It describes the hope of the miners: ("I wish you luck in opening a new lode"). The greeting also expressed the desire that miners would return safely from the mine after their shift. Reference: Frog Lamps Wendell E Wilson p.53 Condition: As found. No damage or repairs. See photos. Approximate Dimensions: (L) 4”, (H) 4”.

Price: 295.00 US- $375. Canadian