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Painted Dog House (Wood, Paint, Shingles). H x 37″ L x 24″ W Weight: 50-60 lbs. No apparent damage or restoration. Earl King Swanigan was born on January 14, 1964, in Columbus, Mississippi, to Collier and Lorine Swanigan. Earl was a constant presence on the streets of Hudson, NY. Often seen carrying a found piece of plywood or piece of furniture that he would peddle to store fronts and to pedestrians who might pass by one of the outdoor places he would set up shop on the sidewalks of the city. Earl became a regular visitor to places like TSL, where Claudia Bruce would print images for him to use in his work – Obama, Marilyn Monroe, Mohammed Ali, and many others. Claudia and Earl discovered that they were both born in northeast Mississippi and both migrated north to pursue a life of art. Not without his share of controversy, Earl was a passionate artist with an expansive output of work. His spirit lingers in Hudson’s rowdy, often chaotic, and, sometimes, general dysfunction. Self taught, Earl had a great fondness for animals. Most of his pieces are painted on found wood and with household paints. His work is featured in magazines, blogs, videos and newspapers including the New York Times. Even though his works are in a medium and style not associated with the modern world, his “in your face nature” and down to earth charm have made him an artistic force in the world of contemporary outsider art. Earl died on January 5, 2019, at Berkley Medical Center, in West Virginia.

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This is an antique Georgian/early Victorian. Painted ash or elm. 3 legged milking/dairy stool. The top made from a thick wedge shaped piece of solid wood with 3 ash stick legs. With early ochre/pumpkin coloured paint finish. Showing signs of considerable age and wear – the top worn to a smooth patina. Probably Welsh or West Country made. Size of top approx 13″ x 7.1/4″ (33 x 18.5cm), thickest part of top 2 (5 cm). Height 8.3/8 (26.5 cm). In good condition for age and use, just a small amount old worm damage on underside. See photos or ask questions. Please note – owing to size this has to be posted by courier so countries outside of UK mainland are estimates only. I need an address before I can give a firm quote. PLEASE DO NOT PAY UNTIL I HAVE SENT YOU AN INVOICE. This may not be mentioned in the description but any damage we feel to be significant will be mentioned in the description and or shown in the. We pack as efficiently and cheaply as possible bearing in mind the value and delicate nature of the goods. We are not prepared to undervalue the item to avoid duty so please do not ask. The item “PAINTED ASH & ELM ANTIQUE MILKING STOOL WELSH or WEST COUNTRY- RUSTIC FOLK ART” is in sale since Wednesday, October 7, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Antique Furniture\Benches/Stools\Pre-Victorian (Pre-1837)”. The seller is “whirlycat” and is located in Bridgwater. This item can be shipped to all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, United States, Canada, Australia.

• Primary Material: Wood/ Woodenware
• Original/Repro: Original
• Age: 1830-1850
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
• Style/ Period: Georgian/Victorian
• Style: Country
• Material: Painted ash/elm
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Product Type: Stools

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Painted Folk Art Blanket Chest Antique Primitive Wood. Gorgeous folk art blanket chest. Burgandy/rust color with folk art painted details. Wear as expected with age. Lock does not work. Please see all photos. Measures – 46.5″ long x 26.75″ deep x 25.5 tall. Please message with City and zip code. The item “Painted Folk Art Large Blanket Chest Antique Primitive Wood 1816 Can Ship” is in sale since Thursday, December 31, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Furniture\Chests & Trunks\1800-1899″. The seller is “dandeliondames” and is located in Laneview, Virginia. This item can’t be shipped, the buyer must pick up the item.

• Type: Chest
• Material: Wood
• Time Period Manufactured: 1800-1899
• Sub-Style: American
• Style: Americana
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Region of Origin: America

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RED PAINTED FOLK ART CORNER WHATNOT SHELF. Exceptional folk art hanging whatnot shelf, c. Striking design with motif recalling exclamation marks. Elements appear to be re-purposed from other piece of furniture and carved to match the style (such as the cabinet doors). Excellent condition, with a few minor unnoticeable repairs. A unique and ingenious example of folk art design, surprisingly modern in its architectural and graphic qualities. It may be more depending on your location. For a reasonable price. If you would like to know the exact cost, please contact me with your zip code. Pick-up is of course always available. Visit my brick and mortar store in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The item “Red Painted Folk Art Whatnot Shelf, c. 1900″ is in sale since Thursday, February 19, 2015. This item is in the category “Antiques\Furniture\Cabinets & Cupboards\1800-1899″. The seller is “oldasadam” and is located in Rye, New Hampshire. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia.

• Color: Red
• Age: 1800-1899
• Original/Reproduction: Original

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Early 1800’s travel Chest from a Swedish estate. Hand Forged Iron riveted hinge straps and accents. Hand Forged Iron lock with original key. Has large top handle as well as side handles. Solid construction, Bentwood, square nails. Measures 22″ wide by 15.5″ deep by 10 tall. Clean interior, heavy duty travel chest that has weathered the centuries. Photos are part of the description so please review carefully. Ships from US estate. The item “1830 Painted Antique Folk Art Chest Trunk Forged Rivited Strap Hinges, Lock, key” is in sale since Friday, October 27, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Primitives”. The seller is “serialpug” and is located in Blaine, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Boxes

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Chairman of the Augusta National Golf Club… Home of the Masters Golf Tournament. A very satisfied client who now owns an antique Empire chest of drawers. Ernie Romero attorney, Wisconsin. Bryan Stahl gave me the white glove service. He was pleasant, friendly, courteous, and prompt in arriving on time. Super careful with all details. He was not only on time but he wanted to deliver it right away! I loved that about him the furniture came wrapped up as he put it “as if it were explosives” if you are looking for quality fine furniture look no further. Bryan is the right choice for you. He is an expert at what he does and a true professional dedicated to his passion in fulfilling your furniture needs. You can always rely on him. It was an amazing experience A+++ LOVE IT!!!!! Tom Clark , New York. Hi Bryan, We got our piano bench and it looks great with our piano. Its even nicer than we thought. Appreciate the thoughtful and careful packing couldn’t break a carton of eggs as well as you wrapped it. Just perfect all around. Hope we can keep in touch. I have an old piano stool I might want to have restored Looks like your the man Thank you again Bryan for all your help. Hi Bryan It was so nice meeting you this morning. I would like to visit your show room sometime soon To see what other goodie’s you have : Thanks again. I love its so much! It is gorgeous and exactly What I was looking for. Rob & Corinna D’costa, Illinois. Thank you for sending your Business cards & the note. The dresser looks great, it was a pleasure meeting you and your children. A wonderful piece of Americana folk art.. Microscopic analysis of the wood proves it to be white pine. What a proud looking rooster he is! Totally hand carved with excellent detail. The glass eyes look amazing. This old boy has earned some war wounds in his days, the back part of his comb is missing. (of course, it will never show if you display it properly). I restore fine antiques and I restored the legs back to the base, they were loose and one was cracked at the base, it is now rock solid. Of course the wood has some age related shrinkage cracks, mostly in the base and on the underside of the rooster. The rich colors and patina are outstanding. I love the detail of the feet/claws, right down to the black tips on the claws, excellent! This is a rare and beautiful work of art. All the best, Bryan. From tail to chest…. 4 X 4 3/4. The item “Painted Rooster. Americana Folk Art Antique Primitive Wood Carving” is in sale since Saturday, April 06, 2013. This item is in the category “Art\Folk Art & Indigenous Art”. The seller is “bryanstahl” and is located in Fox River Grove, Illinois. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Material: Wood
• Style: Americana

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