{"title":"20260514","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vintage-swami-mystery-talking-board-ouija-board-with-partial-original-paper-sleeve-manufactured-by-gift-craft-666-lake-shore-drive-chicago-illinois-20260514","title":"Lot 002 - Vintage \"Swami Mystery Talking Board\" Ouija Board with Partial Original Paper Sleeve, Manufactured by Gift Craft, 666 Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois, 20\" W x 13-1\/2\" H","description":"Vintage \"Swami Mystery Talking Board\" spirit board manufactured by Gift Craft, 666 Lake Shore Drive, Chicago 11, Illinois. No planchette is included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe board retains a partial original paper sleeve with matching graphics. The sleeve is heavily torn and fragmented with significant losses. The board is in overall good condition with light surface wear.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193338145,"sku":"20260514-LOT002","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0009_ba06fac4-3623-49a4-bf54-6ac2eff28097.jpg?v=1778519603"},{"product_id":"vintage-pointillist-oil-painting-on-canvas-still-life-with-ouija-board-bottles-and-glassware-signed-leah-storey-circa-1990s-20260514","title":"Lot 001 - Vintage Pointillist Oil Painting on Canvas, Still Life with Ouija Board, Bottles, and Glassware, Signed Leah Storey, Circa 1990s, 24\" W x 26-1\/4\" H","description":"Vintage pointillist oil painting on canvas depicting a still life arrangement on a draped table. The composition centers on a Ouija board surrounded by bottles, glassware, and fabric. The entire surface is rendered in dense, individual dabs of color consistent with a pointillist technique.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSigned \"Leah Storey\" on verso.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe canvas is held in a wood stretcher. The paint surface is in good condition with no visible cracking, flaking, or losses. Unframed.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193305377,"sku":"20260514-LOT001","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0001_985c442c-19c3-41b1-9708-0f7f2d51df0c.jpg?v=1778519603"},{"product_id":"vintage-hasko-mystic-board-ouija-board-with-mystic-hand-planchette-manufactured-by-haskelite-manufacturing-corp-chicago-illinois-20260514","title":"Lot 003 - Vintage Hasko Mystic Board Ouija Board with Mystic Hand Planchette, Manufactured by Haskelite Manufacturing Corp., Chicago, Illinois, 25\" W x 15-5\/8\" H","description":"Vintage Hasko Mystic Board spirit board with accompanying \"Mystic Hand\" planchette, manufactured by Haskelite Manufacturing Corp., Chicago, Illinois. The board shows surface soiling, staining, and graphic losses along the edges and border areas. The planchette is in overall good condition with light wear.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193370913,"sku":"20260514-LOT003","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0015_dbb129df-e782-4f08-9103-8b80566127b3.jpg?v=1778519605"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-folded-paper-cross-on-black-velvet-in-modern-gilt-frame-20260514","title":"Lot 004 - Antique Victorian Folded Paper Cross on Black Velvet in Modern Gilt Frame, 16-3\/8\" W x 20-1\/4\" H","description":"Antique Victorian folded paper cross composed of interlocking folded paper stars and rosettes arranged in a cruciform shape, mounted on black velvet. The folded paper elements vary in size, with larger pinwheel-style folds forming the central axis and smaller eight-pointed stars filling the junctions and terminals of the cross.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFramed in-house in a modern gilt frame with scrollwork molding. The frame is not original to the piece. Losses and ware to velvet as seen. No glass in frame.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193403681,"sku":"20260514-LOT004","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0025_a721ce9c-9761-4e70-a7cf-941467d7aa66.jpg?v=1778519605"},{"product_id":"antique-royal-bayreuth-porcelain-devil-and-cards-figural-creamer-with-red-devil-handle-bavaria-germany-20260514","title":"Lot 005 - Antique Royal Bayreuth Porcelain Devil and Cards Figural Creamer with Red Devil Handle, Bavaria, Germany, 3-3\/4\" H","description":"Antique porcelain figural creamer in the form of fanned playing cards with a red devil figure forming the handle. The body is shaped as four overlapping cards, each side decorated with a different face card and suit — Queen of Spades, King of Diamonds, and corresponding suit pips at the corners. The devil figure is glazed in red-orange, perched atop the rim and climbing down the back of the vessel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarked on the underside with the green \"Royal Bayreuth Bavaria\" stamp. The piece is in good condition with minor wear to the glaze and light scattered spotting. Small chip in the red glaze on the devil's chin.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193436449,"sku":"20260514-LOT005","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0032_268236e8-42ab-474b-97d7-9771dd654e38.jpg?v=1778519608"},{"product_id":"antique-cast-brass-rococo-revival-style-mantel-clock-with-winged-cherub-grotesque-masks-and-scrolling-foliate-design-signed-af-patented-1902-1908-made-in-usa-20260514","title":"Lot 006 - Antique Cast Brass Rococo Revival Style Mantel Clock with Winged Cherub, Grotesque Masks, and Scrolling Foliate Design, Signed A.F., Patented 1902-1908, Made in U.S.A., 10-1\/2\" H","description":"Antique cast brass mantel clock in a Rococo Revival style with openwork scrolling foliate design. The case is surmounted by a winged cherub head and flanked by two grotesque mask faces amid acanthus scrollwork. The white dial features Arabic numerals and ornate pierced brass center decoration. The rear of the case is stamped \"A.F.\" and the movement is marked \"Made in U.S.A.\" with patent dates ranging from 1902 to 1908.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe clock runs intermittently and may need servicing. The case shows general wear consistent with age, including surface oxidation and minor finish loss. Offered as found with no guarantees of functionality.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193469217,"sku":"20260514-LOT006","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0040_3a17fafb-61cf-411e-8e5b-54df06cc9d6e.jpg?v=1778519608"},{"product_id":"antique-solid-brass-lion-and-sunburst-gas-wall-fixture-backplate-with-threaded-mouth-opening-20260514","title":"Lot 007 - Antique Solid Brass Lion and Sunburst Gas Wall Fixture Backplate with Threaded Mouth Opening, 7-5\/8\" L","description":"Antique solid brass gas wall fixture backplate in the form of a lion's head surrounded by a radiating sunburst. The lion's open mouth features a threaded central opening sized to accept a gas lamp jet or burner tip. Mounting holes are present at the tips of the rays for wall attachment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe threaded opening and its small diameter are consistent with a gas fitting rather than a water pipe connection, and the decorative sunburst surround suggests an interior architectural application. While lion-head forms are common across both gas fixtures and fountain spouts, the scale and threading of this example support identification as a gas wall fixture component.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brass shows overall patina and surface oxidation consistent with age.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193534753,"sku":"20260514-LOT007","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0052_360d9a19-3cbb-4b4b-a70d-9fd87e8c21ff.jpg?v=1778519610"},{"product_id":"vintage-chinese-brass-censer-incense-burner-with-lotus-petal-body-fly-form-handles-three-feet-and-six-circle-mark-20260514","title":"Lot 008 - Vintage Chinese Brass Censer \/ Incense Burner with Lotus Petal Body, Fly-Form Handles, Three Feet, and Six-Circle Mark, 5\" W","description":"Chinese brass censer (incense burner) with a compressed bulbous body decorated in overlapping lotus petal relief. The vessel sits on three short feet and has two fly-form handles at opposing sides of the rim. The rim is encircled with incised petal motifs. A mark consisting of six small circles arranged in two rows of three is present on the rim.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe interior shows dark residue and oxidation. The exterior has surface scratches and general wear throughout. No maker's mark or additional inscriptions are present.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193567521,"sku":"20260514-LOT008","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0060_cc475fa9-13d6-4e4f-ae5e-e1595c11e9fb.jpg?v=1778519611"},{"product_id":"antique-framed-pencil-and-pastel-ornamental-scrollwork-study-by-monument-and-headstone-maker-f-e-fredette-linwood-massachusetts-1900-with-four-sheets-of-business-letterhead-20260514","title":"Lot 009 - Antique Framed Pencil and Pastel Ornamental Scrollwork Study by Monument and Headstone Maker F. E. Fredette, Linwood, Massachusetts, 1900, with Four Sheets of Business Letterhead, 19-1\/4\" W x 28-3\/8\" H","description":"Framed pencil and pastel drawing of an ornamental acanthus scroll panel with medallions, signed and dated \"F. E. Fredette, 1900.\" Fredette operated a monuments and headstones business in Linwood, Massachusetts, specializing in granite and marble work with cemetery lettering, and this drawing represents a decorative carving study related to his trade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccompanying the framed drawing are four sheets of unused business letterhead for \"F. E. Fredette, Monuments and Headstones in Granite or Marble,\" with the motto \"From a Foundation to a Statue,\" listing works and residence on Main Street, Linwood, Massachusetts, with a telephone number on the Whitinsville Exchange and a pre-printed date field of \"191_.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe frame shows heavy wear with substantial loss to the decorative surface, exposing bare wood across much of the face. The paper shows toning and scattered staining, and the wood backing has partial losses.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193600289,"sku":"20260514-LOT009","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0070_50b90b00-946c-4882-86f0-03bb1adb541c.jpg?v=1778519615"},{"product_id":"antique-black-victorian-edwardian-bodice-with-braided-trim-and-contrast-front-edging-20260514","title":"Lot 010 - Antique Black Victorian \/ Edwardian Bodice with Braided Trim and Contrast Front Edging","description":"Antique black Victorian \/ Edwardian bodice with an open front, long sleeves, and a white cotton lining. The garment features black braided trim at the neckline, cuffs, and front panels, with a black-and-white contrast decorative edging along the front opening. The back has a fitted, darted construction with a V-shaped braided trim detail at the upper back.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe collar area shows fraying and fabric loss. General creasing and wear consistent with age throughout.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193633057,"sku":"20260514-LOT010","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0084_f7678a86-9f38-4eb3-b22a-d4adcfc4a577.jpg?v=1778519615"},{"product_id":"antique-brown-victorian-edwardian-bodice-with-diamond-patterned-contrast-trim-and-boned-interior-20260514","title":"Lot 011 - Antique Brown Victorian \/ Edwardian Bodice with Diamond-Patterned Contrast Trim and Boned Interior","description":"Antique brown Victorian \/ Edwardian bodice with long sleeves and a fitted boned interior. The garment features a contrasting green and gold diamond-patterned fabric at the collar, front panel, and lower back hem. The front closes with a row of hook-and-eye fasteners along the left panel. The interior construction shows vertical boning channels with a patterned cotton lining.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe contrasting front panel fabric shows areas of fraying and loss. General creasing and wear consistent with age throughout, with some discoloration at the underarms.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193665825,"sku":"20260514-LOT011","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0095_fe4775d2-8c03-4710-9142-9145b964cb81.jpg?v=1778519619"},{"product_id":"modern-figural-lost-wax-cast-bronze-and-beechwood-walking-cane-with-woman-swimmer-handle-manufactured-by-tienda-de-bastones-spain-20260514","title":"Lot 012 - Modern Figural Lost Wax Cast Bronze and Beechwood Walking Cane with \"Woman Swimmer\" Handle, Manufactured by Tienda De Bastones, Spain, 37-3\/8\" H","description":"Modern walking cane with a figural solid bronze handle in the form of a woman in a diving pose, designated \"Woman Swimmer\" by the manufacturer. The handle is a lost wax bronze casting mounted on a walnut-colored beechwood shaft with a rubber tip. Manufactured by Tienda de Bastones, Spain, reference number F-6208.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bronze handle and shaft are in good condition with no notable wear or damage. The rubber tip is intact.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193698593,"sku":"20260514-LOT012","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0111_7fcd351a-5f96-4820-ba55-98433bd62c0c.jpg?v=1778519618"},{"product_id":"antique-greek-folded-letter-sheet-with-mourning-keepsake-contents-including-lock-of-hair-dried-flowers-and-cut-paper-cross-postmarked-athens-greece-1867-20260514","title":"Lot 013 - Antique Greek Folded Letter Sheet with Mourning Keepsake Contents Including Lock of Hair, Dried Flowers, and Cut-Paper Cross, Postmarked Athens, Greece, 1867","description":"Antique Greek folded letter sheet used as an envelope, addressed in Greek script to \"Τον Κύριον Ιωάννην Δ.\" (\"Mr. Ioannis D.\"). The front bears a circular datestamp reading 7 ΑΠΡ. 67 (April 7, 1867) and a dotted triangular postal marking. The verso carries a receiving postmark from ΑΘΗΝΑΙ (Athens), dated 9 ΑΠΡ. 67 (April 9, 1867).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe interior contains mourning keepsake items: a lock of brown hair tied with a dark ribbon, pressed dried flowers and leaves, and a cut-paper cross.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe letter sheet shows age-related toning and wear consistent with handling. The dried botanical contents are fragile with crumbling occurring.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193764129,"sku":"20260514-LOT013","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0124_46a9f2d2-50cf-4a53-9263-8813ebf13ea0.jpg?v=1778519621"},{"product_id":"antique-hair-memento-lock-on-scalloped-card-inscribed-little-annas-hair-when-daddie-bobbed-it-at-stockton-ranch-new-mexico-20260514","title":"Lot 014 - Antique Hair Memento Lock on Scalloped Card, Inscribed \"Little Annas Hair When Daddie Bobbed It at Stockton Ranch,\" New Mexico","description":"Antique hair memento consisting of a lock of light brown hair tied with string and affixed to a scalloped-edge card. The front is inscribed in ink, \"Little Annas hair \/ When Daddie Bobbed it at \/ Stockton Ranch N. Mex.\" The verso shows staining but is otherwise blank. The card and hair are intact with light age toning and foxing to the card.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193796897,"sku":"20260514-LOT014","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0129_8b8e8ca8-aba5-410e-884c-203a1c1cc2b3.jpg?v=1778519622"},{"product_id":"grouping-of-antique-george-l-brownell-hearse-manufactory-ephemera-including-illustrated-advertising-envelopes-printed-circular-and-letters-to-john-pingree-of-new-london-new-hampshire-1886-20260514","title":"Lot 015 - Grouping of Antique George L. Brownell Hearse Manufactory Ephemera Including Illustrated Advertising Envelopes, Printed Circular, and Letters to John Pingree of New London, New Hampshire, 1886","description":"Grouping of antique ephemera from the George L. Brownell hearse manufactory, Cannon Street at Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, Massachusetts. The lot includes two illustrated advertising envelopes with hearse vignettes, each bearing two-cent postage stamps and addressed to John Pingree of New London, New Hampshire; a printed circular headed \"From the Hearse Manufactory of George L. Brownell\" with an engraved hearse illustration, advertising hearses and undertakers' wagons; a manuscript letter on Brownell letterhead dated February 1, 1886, written and signed by superintendent Giles G. Barker to John Pingree, soliciting a hearse purchase for the town of New London; and a typewritten letter on Brownell letterhead dated December 6, 1886, signed by Giles G. Barker per Shaw, following up on the same sales effort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe envelopes show edge wear and staining. The circular and letters have fold creases consistent with mailing. The typewritten letter has overall toning.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193829665,"sku":"20260514-LOT015","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0132_7bfd7d0c-22ff-4bba-be74-f12ff4e9982a.jpg?v=1778519624"},{"product_id":"antique-snapshot-photograph-of-a-cadaver-dissection-at-harvard-dental-school-inscribed-roy-y-raymond-gross-anatomy-1917-20260514","title":"Lot 016 - Antique Snapshot Photograph of a Cadaver Dissection at Harvard Dental School, Inscribed Roy Y. Raymond, Gross Anatomy 1917","description":"Antique snapshot photograph depicting a young man in a laboratory classroom performing a cadaver dissection on a table, with a chalkboard visible behind him. The photograph is dated \"1917\" on the recto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe verso is pencil-inscribed \"Roy Y. Raymond. Gross Anatomy 1917. Harvard Dental School\" with an additional inscription in a second hand reading \"Harvard Dental School.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe photograph has light overall toning and minor surface wear consistent with age.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663193862433,"sku":"20260514-LOT016","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0149_32d017de-614b-4dfe-b7af-3a8b873ca1f3.jpg?v=1778519624"},{"product_id":"antique-cremation-exercises-mock-funeral-program-for-the-class-of-1892-diamond-shaped-satirical-college-ephemera-20260514","title":"Lot 017 - Antique \"Cremation Exercises\" Mock Funeral Program for the Class of 1892, Diamond-Shaped Satirical College Ephemera","description":"Antique diamond-shaped printed program for \"Cremation Exercises\" held by the Class of 1892. The program is formatted as a mock funeral order of service for the ceremonial burning of textbooks, with designated roles including Pontificx Maximus, Pontiffs, Mourners, and positions such as \"Dissector\" and \"Cremationist.\" The printed text includes a funeral dirge by W. S. Hoskins referencing \"The Hundred Choice Selections\" and lists participants by initials and surnames including F. B. Garfield, E. T. Rogers, J. H. Hill, and D. A. Chandler. No institution name is printed on the program.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sheet is toned with some foxing and light soiling.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194190113,"sku":"20260514-LOT017","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0153_ab36e9c6-0255-4d62-9ba2-c66690a321be.jpg?v=1778519628"},{"product_id":"grouping-of-eight-vintage-spider-and-web-placecard-holders-20260514","title":"Lot 018 - Grouping of Eight Vintage Spider and Web Placecard Holders","description":"Grouping of eight vintage placecard holders, each in the form of a spider at the center of a wire spiderweb. The web is hexagonal with radiating spokes and concentric rings of wrapped wire, and the spider at the center has a hinged clip mechanism on its underside for standing, with the card held by the spider's legs. Green verdigris is present on several of the spiders and at various points along the wire.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194222881,"sku":"20260514-LOT018","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0159_2b080935-0c9e-4277-992b-41ba7a4f1beb.jpg?v=1778519629"},{"product_id":"vintage-framed-postcard-st-veronicas-handkerchief-after-gabriel-max-face-of-christ-on-veil-with-opening-eye-illusion-published-by-the-house-of-art-new-york-20260514","title":"Lot 019 - Vintage Framed Postcard, \"St. Veronica's Handkerchief\" After Gabriel Max, Face of Christ on Veil with Opening Eye Illusion, Published by the House of Art, New York, 5-1\/8\" W x 7\" H","description":"Vintage framed postcard depicting \"St. Veronica's Handkerchief,\" after the 1876 painting by Austrian artist Gabriel Max, showing the face of Christ with closed eyes and crown of thorns on a simulated cloth veil against a dark background. Printed text below the image reads \"Watch The Eyes. They Will Suddenly Open.\" Published by The House of Art, New York. Marked \"Litho in U.S.A.\" and \"P.C.—29.\" Housed in a wood frame with a red inner border. The display stand shown is not included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe postcard shows toning. The frame has scratches and scuffs.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194255649,"sku":"20260514-LOT019","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0164_81c3ca83-7bdf-461d-a03a-560b8808405c.jpg?v=1778519630"},{"product_id":"vintage-cyclone-twister-five-cent-cigar-cardboard-advertising-sign-with-tornado-graphics-copyright-1928-by-martin-l-richards-the-ml-richards-co-dallas-texas-20260514","title":"Lot 020 - Vintage Cyclone Twister Five Cent Cigar Cardboard Advertising Sign with Tornado Graphics, Copyright 1928 by Martin L. 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The tin shows scattered scratches, minor graphic loss, and surface rust on the handle and rim.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194353953,"sku":"20260514-LOT022","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0182_96fd2584-1bc5-4498-8d90-86df4119b618.jpg?v=1778519635"},{"product_id":"antique-mascot-crushed-cut-tobacco-lithographed-tin-advertising-tip-tray-with-sailing-ship-and-fishing-net-border-20260514","title":"Lot 023 - Antique Mascot Crushed Cut Tobacco Lithographed Tin Advertising Tip Tray with Sailing Ship and Fishing Net Border, 5\" L","description":"Antique lithographed tin advertising tip tray for Mascot Crushed Cut Tobacco. The front features a central oval scene of a tall ship at sea, bordered by a decorative fishing net and rope motif in green and gold. The verso is printed in green with black text reading \"Compliments of Mascot Crushed Cut Tobacco.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tray shows scattered rust spots, graphic loss at the edges, and general surface wear.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194386721,"sku":"20260514-LOT023","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0189_f8bf6866-9352-4537-b948-709ed3fad9e2.jpg?v=1778519637"},{"product_id":"antique-dr-edwards-olive-tablets-tin-with-whirling-logs-trade-mark-and-paper-insert-the-olive-tablet-company-columbus-ohio-20260514","title":"Lot 024 - Antique Dr. Edwards' Olive Tablets Tin with Whirling Logs Trade Mark and Paper Insert, the Olive Tablet Company, Columbus, Ohio, 2-1\/2\" H","description":"Antique Dr. Edwards' Olive Tablets tin in green and olive with printed label. The front label features the Dr. Edwards' trade mark, a whirling logs motif, flanked by the text \"Dr. Edwards' Olive Tablets.\" The tin is marked \"Reg. U.S. Pat. Off.\" and \"Price 60 Cents\" with distribution credited to The Olive Tablet Company, Columbus, Ohio. The reverse panel includes printed directions for use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccompanying the tin is a folded paper insert printed on both sides. One side is headed \"Dr. Edwards' Olive Tablets\" with text addressing constipation and sluggish liver. The reverse is headed \"Dr. Edwards' Strength Tonic\" with additional product information. Both sides are credited to The Olive Tablet Company, Columbus, Ohio.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tin shows graphic loss, surface rust, and label wear with areas of illegibility. The paper insert is intact with toning, creasing, and minor edge losses.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194419489,"sku":"20260514-LOT024","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0192_ec08698d-1426-475f-9884-1c3fed7931b6.jpg?v=1778519637"},{"product_id":"pair-of-vintage-polychrome-chalkware-owl-bookends-perched-on-stacked-books-20260514","title":"Lot 025 - Pair of Vintage Polychrome Chalkware Owl Bookends, Perched on Stacked Books, 5-1\/8\" H each","description":"Pair of vintage polychrome chalkware bookends, each modeled as an owl perched atop a stack of books. Both retain original painted decoration with polychrome finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaint chipping and flaking throughout on both bookends, with areas of exposed chalkware. General surface wear consistent with age and use.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194485025,"sku":"20260514-LOT025","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0199_c879fd3f-96e6-4c87-a4be-1c1c80eaba26.jpg?v=1778519640"},{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-green-patinated-bookends-with-two-putti-cherubs-in-relief-signed-and-dated-1903-manufactured-by-wal-co-20260514","title":"Lot 026 - Pair of Antique Green-Patinated Bookends with Two Putti \/ Cherubs in Relief, Signed and Dated 1903, Manufactured by WAL Co., 5\" H each","description":"Pair of antique bookends, each depicting two putti in high relief with arms raised against a textured backdrop. The bookends have a green patina with bronze-toned highlights on the figures. One bookend is signed and dated 1903 in the lower front corner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach bookend is marked on the back side with a diamond-shaped cartouche reading \"WAL Co.\" with \"TRADE MARK\" text below the diamond. The pair shows wear to the patina with areas of exposed base metal, along with minor metal separation, edge chips and surface scuffs consistent with age and use.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194517793,"sku":"20260514-LOT026","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0205_e6349cca-10ad-4780-8875-495e45e590d5.jpg?v=1778519640"},{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-figural-bookends-with-butterfly-winged-child-seated-against-book-form-back-20260514","title":"Lot 027 - Pair of Antique Figural Bookends with Butterfly-Winged Child Seated Against Book-Form Back, 6-1\/4\" H each","description":"Pair of antique figural bookends, each depicting a seated butterfly-winged child holding a small book, positioned against a book-form back panel. The backs are molded to simulate a bound book with a textured spine. The bases feature molded foliate and naturalistic ground details. The bookends have a dark finish throughout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe undersides show felt pads with oxidation and wear. Surface scratches and light scuffs are present on both bookends.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194550561,"sku":"20260514-LOT027","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0214_11807796-63e5-45bd-a46f-f0efdbfdbfb9.jpg?v=1778519643"},{"product_id":"antique-little-butterfly-hand-colored-lithograph-print-published-by-currier-ives-125-nassau-street-new-york-in-carved-cross-corner-frame-20260514","title":"Lot 028 - Antique \"Little Butterfly\" Hand-Colored Lithograph Print, Published by Currier \u0026 Ives, 125 Nassau Street, New York, in Carved Cross-Corner Frame, 16\" W x 20\" H","description":"Antique hand-colored lithograph print titled \"Little Butterfly,\" depicting a young child standing among wildflowers and wheat stalks with a butterfly. Published by Currier \u0026amp; Ives, 125 Nassau Street, New York.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePresented in a carved wooden cross-corner frame with gilt liner. The print shows toning and foxing throughout, with staining visible along the margins.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194583329,"sku":"20260514-LOT028","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0223_f21b38fa-dbe5-405b-ba82-6daafa1a2798.jpg?v=1778519643"},{"product_id":"butterflies-and-moths-of-america-vintage-entomology-book-with-64-color-illustrations-by-lillian-davids-fazzini-published-by-whitman-publishing-company-racine-wisconsin-1934-20260514","title":"Lot 029 - \"Butterflies and Moths of America\" Vintage Entomology Book with 64 Color Illustrations by Lillian Davids Fazzini, Published by Whitman Publishing Company, Racine, Wisconsin, 1934","description":"\"Butterflies and Moths of America\" by Lillian Davids Fazzini, a small-format entomology reference book containing 64 color illustrations of butterfly and moth species with accompanying descriptive text. Published by Whitman Publishing Company, Racine, Wisconsin, copyright 1934. The cover reads \"Butterflies of America\" with a color illustration of a butterfly on a flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cover label shows wear with surface loss, creasing, and soiling. The spine is frayed with exposed binding. Pages show edge wear and toning throughout.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194616097,"sku":"20260514-LOT029","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0234_02e6a1c3-225f-4533-9ef6-e28a2d9bdae3.jpg?v=1778519646"},{"product_id":"fabres-book-of-insects-vintage-illustrated-entomology-book-by-mrs-rodolph-stawell-with-tipped-in-color-plates-by-e-j-detmold-published-by-tudor-publishing-company-new-york-1935-20260514","title":"Lot 030 - \"Fabre's Book of Insects\" Vintage Illustrated Entomology Book by Mrs. Rodolph Stawell with Tipped-In Color Plates by E. J. Detmold, Published by Tudor Publishing Company, New York, 1935","description":"\"Fabre's Book of Insects,\" retold by Mrs. Rodolph Stawell from Alexander Teixeira de Mattos' translation of Fabre's \"Souvenirs Entomologiques.\" Illustrated by E. J. Detmold with tipped-in color plates depicting insects including cicadas, locusts, scarab beetles, and praying mantises. Published by Tudor Publishing Company, New York. Copyright 1921 by Dodd, Mead and Company, Inc. This copy is the New Edition of August 1935, with printings noted through October 1937. Printed in U.S.A. Green cloth binding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages show toning throughout. Binding is intact.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194648865,"sku":"20260514-LOT030","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0245_9adfdeea-d63a-496e-8bb1-019333881ad5.jpg?v=1778519646"},{"product_id":"natural-history-of-the-animal-kingdom-antique-illustrated-zoology-book-with-91-color-plates-by-w-f-kirby-adapted-from-professor-von-schubert-published-by-society-for-promoting-christian-knowledge-london-1889-20260514","title":"Lot 031 - \"Natural History of the Animal Kingdom\" Antique Illustrated Zoology Book with 91 Color Plates by W. F. Kirby, Adapted from Professor Von Schubert, Published by Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge, London, 1889","description":"\"Natural History of the Animal Kingdom, for the Use of Young People\" by W. F. Kirby, F.E.S., adapted from the German of Professor Von Schubert. Published by the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge, London, and E. \u0026amp; J. B. Young and Co., New York, 1889. The book is presented in three parts covering Mammalia, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibia, Fishes, Insects, Worms, Molluscs, Zoophytes, and more, with 91 color plates containing approximately 850 figures and additional black-and-white illustrations throughout the text. The color plates are printed on single sheets of paper with a center fold and are blank on the reverse, making each suitable for framing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHalf-bound in red cloth with dark cloth-covered boards and gold-stamped title on the front cover. The spine features gold-ruled bands. Many plates are loose from the binding and some have tears. Pages show toning and edge wear. The binding remains intact but shows wear to the covers and edges. Overall in usable condition.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194714401,"sku":"20260514-LOT031","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0267_8a903edf-bf9c-470f-8c63-90057a0f5076.jpg?v=1778519651"},{"product_id":"laurel-leaves-a-chaplet-woven-by-the-friends-of-the-late-mrs-osgood-antique-illustrated-memorial-book-with-mourning-angel-and-grave-cover-design-edited-by-mary-e-hewitt-published-by-lamport-blakeman-law-new-york-1854-20260514","title":"Lot 032 - \"Laurel Leaves: A Chaplet Woven by the Friends of the Late Mrs. Osgood\" Antique Illustrated Memorial Book with Mourning Angel and Grave Cover Design, Edited by Mary E. 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The figurines include a clown, mushroom, wizard, walnut, pinecone, zeppelin, pig, and a partially melted crown. Each figurine contains a hidden rolled paper fortune or joke insert. In practice, the figurines are distributed among a group and each person melts their figure on a tin spoon held over a gas or spirit flame, revealing the paper insert inside. The molten lead is then poured into a bowl of lukewarm water, where it solidifies into a random shape that is interpreted as a fortune for the coming year. The lid further notes that the solidified shapes can be held up to a light source and used for shadow pictures (\"Schattenbilder\"). The Bleigießen tradition was eventually banned in the European Union in 2018 due to concerns over lead toxicity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe figurines are marked \"Made in Germany\" and \"Germany\" on the bases. The box lid reads \"Gesetzlich geschützt\" (\"Legally protected\"), the German equivalent of a patent or copyright notice. The box is in poor condition, with masking tape applied to the exterior for structural support.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194779937,"sku":"20260514-LOT033","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0335_14783ad0-9626-4cea-82fe-0e59b38fd50d.jpg?v=1778519653"},{"product_id":"grouping-of-nine-antique-german-zinnfiguren-flat-tin-figures-including-camels-lions-bucking-bronco-rider-and-trees-20260514","title":"Lot 034 - Grouping of Nine Antique German Zinnfiguren Flat Tin Figures Including Camels, Lions, Bucking Bronco Rider, and Trees","description":"Grouping of nine antique German Zinnfiguren (flat tin figures) on integral bases. The group includes two camels, two lions, a big cat, a bucking bronco rider, two round-canopy trees, and a painted palm tree. Some figures retain traces of original paint, most notably the palm tree and one camel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWear, paint loss, and oxidation throughout. Offered as found.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194812705,"sku":"20260514-LOT034","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0350_558207cf-5dc7-426e-a68f-57f6a0a1e58e.jpg?v=1778519654"},{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-brass-figural-dragon-or-griffin-candlesticks-with-foliate-candle-cups-on-shaped-bases-20260514","title":"Lot 035 - Pair of Antique Brass Figural Dragon or Griffin Candlesticks with Foliate Candle Cups on Shaped Bases","description":"Pair of antique brass candlesticks, each cast in the form of a seated winged dragon or griffin with a scrolled tail and scaled body. The figures support foliate-decorated candle cups and stand on shaped concave bases with ball feet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth candlesticks show verdigris buildup inside the candle cups and general surface oxidation, wear, and patina throughout.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194878241,"sku":"20260514-LOT035","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0358_052dda0b-cc1d-406b-b239-4d84b3917b22.jpg?v=1778519656"},{"product_id":"antique-art-nouveau-repouss-copper-hand-mirror-with-woman-and-water-lily-motif-note-mirror-in-poor-condition-20260514","title":"Lot 036 - Antique Art Nouveau Repoussé Copper Hand Mirror with Woman and Water Lily Motif, Note Mirror in Poor Condition, 10\" L","description":"Antique Art Nouveau repoussé copper hand mirror with a relief-decorated back depicting a woman with flowing hair surrounded by water lilies and sinuous whip-line curves extending down the handle. The front retains the original mirror glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote mirror in poor condition, with heavy foxing, silvering loss, and crackling across the full surface. The mirror is offered for its aesthetic value. Patina and verdigris present on the copper body.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194911009,"sku":"20260514-LOT036","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0367_1fdb90a1-23fb-48ce-96b1-3fb4d94c57a7.jpg?v=1778519657"},{"product_id":"antique-pewter-tray-with-pharaohs-horses-relief-after-jf-herring-art-nouveau-floral-border-20260514","title":"Lot 037 - Antique Pewter Tray with \"Pharaoh's Horses\" Relief After J.F. 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The display stand shown in the photographs is not included.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194943777,"sku":"20260514-LOT037","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0372_c91fdc4d-742c-438a-828a-e3d15a3e8c2b.jpg?v=1778519659"},{"product_id":"antique-cyanotype-on-fabric-of-pharaohs-horses-after-jf-herring-three-horse-heads-in-circular-vignette-20260514","title":"Lot 038 - Antique Cyanotype on Fabric of \"Pharaoh's Horses\" After J.F. 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The cyanotype image retains strong tonal contrast.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663194976545,"sku":"20260514-LOT038","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0376_928ab51d-ec69-46e0-83aa-944b68bba95f.jpg?v=1778519660"},{"product_id":"antique-private-lands-no-trespassing-warning-sign-on-fabric-i-b-mitchell-son-lafargeville-new-york-20260514","title":"Lot 039 - Antique \"Private Lands\" No Trespassing Warning Sign on Fabric, I. B. Mitchell \u0026 Son, Lafargeville, New York, 11-3\/4\" W x 11-1\/2\" H","description":"Printed fabric sign reading \"Private Lands\" with a warning against hunting, fishing, trapping, camping, or trespassing. Issued by I. B. Mitchell \u0026amp; Son, LaFargeville, New York. Small printer's mark at the bottom edge references a printing company in Philadelphia, New York.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fabric shows fraying at the edges, creasing, and toning throughout.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195009313,"sku":"20260514-LOT039","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0379_65e6cc1b-1b5b-431a-8cec-6c17693b9cdb.jpg?v=1778519663"},{"product_id":"antique-hand-painted-cloth-easter-bunny-rabbit-mask-with-cut-out-eyes-pink-nose-and-whisker-details-20260514","title":"Lot 040 - Antique Hand-Painted Cloth Easter Bunny Rabbit Mask with Cut-Out Eyes, Pink Nose, and Whisker Details","description":"Antique hand-painted cloth mask in the form of a rabbit head. The mask is constructed of fabric stretched over a molded form, with painted features including brown striping on the forehead, black-outlined eyes with red accents surrounding cut-out eye holes, a pink nose with cut-out nostrils, and painted whiskers. Small cut-out ear openings are present at the top of the mask.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mask shows overall age-related wear including soiling, fabric fraying along the edges, creasing, and minor losses to the painted surface.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195042081,"sku":"20260514-LOT040","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0381_96547b61-a9cb-4da8-8916-923db40ac4f8.jpg?v=1778519663"},{"product_id":"vintage-halloween-party-wigs-colonial-lady-wig-no-309-in-original-box-manufactured-by-transogram-company-inc-new-york-new-york-copyright-1936-20260514","title":"Lot 041 - Vintage Halloween \"Party Wigs\" Colonial Lady Wig No. 309 in Original Box, Manufactured by Transogram Company, Inc., New York, New York, Copyright 1936","description":"Vintage \"Colonial Lady Wig\" No. 309 from the Transogram Company, Inc. \"Party Wigs\" line, copyright 1936. Manufactured by Transogram Company, Inc., New York, New York, with factory in Easton, Pennsylvania. The box front displays illustrations of 12 available wig styles and is marked \"Fun for Everyone Children and Grown-Ups.\" The reverse identifies the contents as the Colonial Lady style with an illustration of the wig design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wig is blonde imitation hair on a cloth foundation. The wig is fraying and not in usable condition. The box shows creasing and edge wear.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195074849,"sku":"20260514-LOT041","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0386_47571fad-baf8-4200-b1fe-61d5c0b535c5.jpg?v=1778519665"},{"product_id":"vintage-printed-fabric-stuffed-santa-claus-doll-from-cut-and-sew-panel-20260514","title":"Lot 042 - Vintage Printed Fabric Stuffed Santa Claus Doll from Cut-And-Sew Panel, 16\" H","description":"Stuffed Santa Claus doll made from a commercially printed cut-and-sew fabric panel. The front depicts Santa in a red suit with green mittens, belt, and brown boots, while the reverse shows the back of the figure. The two printed halves have been sewn together and stuffed. The hat terminates in a small stuffed pom-pom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fabric shows soiling throughout, with discoloration and staining to the face, hat pom-pom, and white trim areas. There is some minor separation at the seams.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195140385,"sku":"20260514-LOT042","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0392_d2743db8-1c93-43a8-a718-f6144df5e5b0.jpg?v=1778519665"},{"product_id":"vintage-carved-and-painted-wood-folk-art-santa-claus-head-wall-plaque-20260514","title":"Lot 043 - Vintage Carved and Painted Wood Folk Art Santa Claus Head Wall Plaque, 14\" W x 17\" H","description":"Carved wood folk art Santa Claus head in wall plaque form, painted in red, white, and brown. The piece depicts Santa's face with a flowing beard, mustache, and long stocking cap terminating in a pompon with foliate decoration. The back is flat and unfinished. Paint shows wear and chipping throughout, with areas of loss on the beard and hat.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195205921,"sku":"20260514-LOT043","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0396_bd9d1c6d-ae64-4547-88b6-e2fa200f7c6a.jpg?v=1778519668"},{"product_id":"antique-folk-art-pyrography-pocket-watch-holder-in-miniature-tall-case-clock-form-dated-1897-20260514","title":"Lot 044 - Antique Folk Art Pyrography Pocket Watch Holder in Miniature Tall Case Clock Form, Dated 1897, 11-3\/4\" H","description":"Wooden pocket watch holder in the form of a miniature tall case clock, dated 1897. The front features pyrography decoration throughout, with a scrollwork bonnet pediment above a circular opening sized to hold a pocket watch, surrounded by a leaf and vine border. The body displays an oval medallion with a wheel design, and the base is accented with a decorative border and small round brass tacks at the corners. The back has a removable cover, allowing the watch to be placed and removed from behind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wood shows surface scratches, minor scuffs, and general age-related wear. No watch is included.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195238689,"sku":"20260514-LOT044","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0399_510399c1-78a7-48d8-9f0b-805a657d1a2c.jpg?v=1778519669"},{"product_id":"antique-folk-art-wooden-battleship-model-with-original-paint-missing-some-guns-20260514","title":"Lot 045 - Antique Folk Art Wooden Battleship Model with Original Paint, Missing Some Guns, 22-1\/2\" L","description":"Handmade wooden folk art battleship model with original gray and red paint. The ship features two smokestacks, a raised wheelhouse, and fore and aft gun turrets with protruding cannon barrels. Some guns are missing. Paint shows wear and chipping throughout, with areas of exposed wood.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195271457,"sku":"20260514-LOT045","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0410_457fe0e6-8124-4c39-9066-a48b6d3662ef.jpg?v=1778519671"},{"product_id":"vintage-folk-art-carved-wood-figure-of-a-coffee-farmer-with-sack-of-coffee-beans-and-machete-20260514","title":"Lot 046 - Vintage Folk Art Carved Wood Figure of a Coffee Farmer with Sack of Coffee Beans and Machete, 16-1\/2\" H","description":"Vintage folk art carved wood figure depicting a barefoot mustachioed man in a wide-brimmed hat, patterned shirt, neckerchief, and jeans, standing beside a large sack filled with coffee beans. The figure carries a machete in a carved and painted sheath at his hip. Real coffee beans are incorporated into the top of the sack. The clothing and accessories retain painted polychrome detail throughout. The figure stands on a naturalistic tree stump base carved from the same piece of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCracks and splits are present in the wood, most notably running through the hat, torso, and arms. Paint is faded and worn in areas across the shirt and jeans. No maker's marks or signatures are visible.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195304225,"sku":"20260514-LOT046","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0420_b98dabad-f553-49ce-824e-17a99a03720c.jpg?v=1778519671"},{"product_id":"vintage-folk-art-carved-coconut-shell-parrot-souvenir-from-florida-mounted-on-wooden-base-20260514","title":"Lot 047 - Vintage Folk Art Carved Coconut Shell Parrot Souvenir from Florida, Mounted on Wooden Base, 11-1\/2\" H","description":"Vintage folk art parrot figure carved from a coconut shell, mounted on a painted wooden base. The coconut shell has been split and shaped to form an open vessel, with a carved parrot perched on the rim. The parrot's talons are fashioned from pipe cleaners, with one claw missing. Lettering on the shell reads \"Souvenir Florida.\" The base shows paint loss and surface wear, and the coconut shell has cracks and age-related drying throughout.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195402529,"sku":"20260514-LOT047","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0433_db63c93d-3c34-40a4-9799-1d9e3bc13790.jpg?v=1778519674"},{"product_id":"trio-of-modern-folk-art-hand-painted-recycled-wood-fish-wall-hangings-made-in-haiti-20260514","title":"Lot 048 - Trio of Modern Folk Art Hand-Painted Recycled Wood Fish Wall Hangings, Made in Haiti, 22\" L each","description":"Three hand-painted recycled wood fish wall hangings made in Haiti. Each fish is cut from flat board stock and painted on the front with green, yellow, and red stripe accents and rows of black dots. Each fish is fitted with two metal hooks on the verso for wall hanging. Minor surface wear throughout.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195435297,"sku":"20260514-LOT048","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0443_b6143bf0-1b3c-4428-8262-9667248745a7.jpg?v=1778519675"},{"product_id":"grouping-of-three-antique-and-vintage-folk-art-pieces-including-bamboo-cup-with-crossed-american-and-cuban-flags-red-painted-wooden-fish-line-winder-and-whoopee-man-in-top-hat-figure-20260514","title":"Lot 049 - Grouping of Three Antique and Vintage Folk Art Pieces Including Bamboo Cup with Crossed American and Cuban Flags, Red Painted Wooden Fish Line Winder, and \"Whoopee\" Man in Top Hat Figure","description":"Grouping of three antique and vintage folk art pieces. The lot includes a bamboo cup with incised decoration depicting crossed American and Cuban flags flanked by palm trees and tropical foliage, with additional palm and plant motifs around the body. The base has a centered hole. Also included is a red painted wooden fish-shaped fishing line winder with black painted details, wrapped string line, a lead sinker, and a wire hook at the nose end. The third piece is a painted wooden figural container in the form of a man wearing a top hat and bow tie, with \"Whoopee\" painted across the front in white lettering. It contains three plastic cups and a lid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bamboo cup shows surface wear and light scratching. The \"Whoopee\" figure has paint wear at the base edge and minor scuffing. The fish winder has paint loss and surface wear throughout.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195500833,"sku":"20260514-LOT049","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0448_cfb7616d-0bfe-4c03-adbf-63fd72eacbf1.jpg?v=1778519677"},{"product_id":"antique-bliss-wooden-toy-piano-with-lithographed-cherub-and-scroll-graphics-eight-keys-20260514","title":"Lot 050 - Antique Bliss Wooden Toy Piano with Lithographed Cherub and Scroll Graphics, Eight Keys, 7-3\/8\" L","description":"Antique wooden toy upright piano manufactured by Bliss. The front panel features a color lithographed design of five cherubs amid scrolling foliate ornament with a central face motif, flanked by floral elements. The name \"Bliss\" is printed in gold lettering above the keyboard, and \"Bliss\" is printed on the lithographed panel at lower right. The piano has eight wooden keys with printed black and white key markings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe keys are functional and produce sound when pressed. The wood case shows wear, scratching, and paint loss throughout, with edge wear and surface scuffing on the top and sides. The key faces show soiling and wear to the printed surfaces. The rear is open, exposing the internal key mechanism.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52663195566369,"sku":"20260514-LOT050","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20260514-0460_06d3f507-992e-4427-bd9f-72aaab7e3d54.jpg?v=1778519678"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/collections\/IMG_3722_e62645e3-a2f7-4d3f-8353-ec3151192d65.jpg?v=1778372822","url":"https:\/\/graniteunionauction.com\/collections\/20260514.oembed?page=3","provider":"Granite Union Auction Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}