Mine seems to be an example of a popular artist subject of the 1930's.. . Columbus' ships - Nina, Pinta & Santa Maria. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Most likely an amateur painting, but has anyone seen the name M.Y. Colson ? The painting is oil on canvas & dated 1933. [ATTACH]
To anyone who has an interest in Gothic design, this book is a must. Published in 1995, it explores the elements of 12th to 14th century Gothic...
Beautiful piece of furniture you have. The variety of design reinterpretation in Gothic's second life which followed Pugin's revival introduction...
Looks like it's circa 1900. If it is nice hardwood like walnut, it would be worth restoring the finish - otherwise one could paint it to personal...
I wish my father had kept some of the things he may have used while in the OSS and his medals - he was an officer and did several behind the lines...
I've found, one needs to be in the room and be able to lay hands on these types of furniture to know exactly what you've got. Some antique pieces...
How difficult is it to find OSS (Office of Strategic Service) items, 1942-45 ? My father was a Marine first Lieutenant , then Captain attached to...
Divided among a crew of 18 Americans... returned home to Goucester, Ma. May, 1938. The piece which is the topic of this thread was given to my...
The answer to my question was in the book all along. . among it's 346 photographs - "Traded for cloths" ! [ATTACH]
Thanks to all for the info. The images of these museum quality examples are stunning in form, detail and patina of the wood. Powerful pieces !
[ATTACH] I can be sure it's not 1950's because it was acquired in 1938 when my father was was first mate on 'Yankee' when they circumnavigated the...
Stands 24 inches tall, It came back with him in 1938, face & spine photos. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Yes, he sailed extensively in the 30s to 50's and was quit well known (Google Sterling Hayden). He was first mate on this around the world voyage....
Thank you Any Jewelry, they did indeed go to Easter Island !
My father brought this back from his 18 month around the world voyage with Irving Johnson aboard 'Yankee' in 1938. They went many places rarely...
Great idea for the QA base James. . . creating a one piece lovely walnut top.
What's the recommended way to finish a burled walnut slab for use as a tabletop ? Sandpaper grit, type of oil, etc. ? What did the high end crafts...
I'm looking for methods besides 'Restore-a-Finish' to bring back the portions of my sun bleached walnut table base - possibly an old school Technic ?
Think you're just about right on the date & appears very German - walnut. I have a chair similar (less ornate) and had the leather replaced and...
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