I was wondering, is anyone familiar with this Mickey Mouse inkwell that I have? I've searched, but haven't been able to find another example. It's...
This flute, as far as I’ve been able to determine, is a German wood and ivory “Simple System” flute made by J & A Lampferhof of Essen circa 1850....
This very solid (weighs almost 2 lbs) cast bronze object has me intrigued. I believe it dates to the turn of the last century, but what IS it? Is...
Does anyone recognize this tool? I found it a few years ago and have never been able to identify it. Any suggestions gratefully received! [IMG]...
Having an interest in British and Canadian militaria, I was thrilled earlier today to find the lamp in the attached photos. It’s made of bronzed...
This “blackamoor” chalkware bust has me stumped. What exactly is it? There are holes in the top of the head, about an inch deep, but I’m not sure...
I’ve been studying up on Minton pottery marks but must confess that I still can’t seem to unlock their secrets on a Delft dish that I have. Can...
I'm hoping someone knowledgeable about English measures and pewter marks might be able to shed some light on an interesting item I picked up...
Recently, I picked up these Amos 'n Andy items at an estate sale. I'm not really sure what to call them; busts? portraits? plaques? Anyway,...
Can anyone tell me what this drinking glass is? In the flesh, it's a striking fluorescent green colour that the photos don't really do justice to....
I have this old pair of drum sticks / beaters but I haven't been able to find other similar examples, and really have no idea what exactly they...
Hi, everyone: I have an interesting old advertisement for the Grand 'Ole Opry that I'm hoping somebody might be able to tell me more about. It's...
Hi, everybody: I have this horn spoon, approximately 7-7/8" long, that I presume is Scottish in origin. As you'll see in the attached photos, it...
Hi, This pendant appears to be quite old, judging by its patina, and may even be Native American in origin. It's an interesting object to me but,...
I'm hoping somebody might be able to help me identify what exactly this carved head of a fez-wearingTurk may be. It looks like the handle of a...
Can anyone tell me anything about this doll? It’s 19” tall and was made by Palitoy. The clothes look original to me, and when the arms are moved...
This is a very heavy, painted metal (cast lead?) horse, about 4” tall. Does anyone recognize it? There are no maker’s marks on it, and I’m hoping...
Hi, everyone: I picked up a nice but inexpensive porcelain horse figure today. My efforts at researching it have failed so far, though, because I...
Hi, I found this dog portrait in a box of antique items; it's about two inches tall, has a square loop at the back, and is simply marked...
Hello, everyone: Earlier today, I picked up this doll pram at a yard sale. The seller told me it came from the attic of her family's 1880's...
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