While often called empire, I think more properly termed late classical. Circa 1850 and I would not be surprised if it wasn't made in Cincinnati.
Nice finds but definitely did not come together.
The Odilon Redon was originally done as a pastel painting, early 20th century. Title is, Ophelia. I don't know how to post a link on my phone....
Do I see a plate impression with these? If so, I don't see how the first could be a pochoir, nor a linocut on the second. Could be some kind of...
There has always been second hand stuff. Whether cast-downs for free or desirable antiques for money, there has been some kind of a market. The...
Made for ages..... From the teens all the way into the 50s. Later ones are usually in lighter finishes. Often called a courthouse chair but...
On the first one, I see W????ood. Maybe someone needs to try some digital magic on the signature to isolate it from the background.
I could see that but am finding nothing using that name. I keep getting hung up on the way the T is crossed upside down in the word put in the...
Your 0000 steel wool or a pad equivalent should be fine enough. As I responded in your other thread, mineral spirits should remove any existing...
Any wax or polish can be removed with mineral spirits. It should not touch lacquer or varnish underneath. It may dull the finish but a new coat...
Picked this up at a garage sale yesterday. Seller said artist was local but couldn't remember the name. Any help with the signature? Signed...
You are missing several layers there so it will have to be built up a bit. Could even use cardboard for the under-layers if you don't have any...
I would make sure any finish you have put on is completely dry. Then, go over it with a fine abrasive finishing pad to even out the finish and...
I like the pastel. Might be purely decorative in intent but it has good impact. Kind of has a surreal futuristic look to it. I would buy it if...
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