Classical butler's desk originally belonging to John Davis (1770-1853) of Nashville. Mahogany desk with molded rectangular top over a large overhanging drawer flanked by carved rosette panels. Top drawer has hinged fall front, and pulls out to reveal a compartmentalized interior with cubbyholes and six small drawers, and a baize-covered writing surface (worn). Three long […]

Pair of Chippendale mahogany side chairs, likely American, with serpentine crest rails, splat formed from four vertical bands, molded ears and stiles, slip seats with striped upholstery, and straight molded legs with fret carved brackets. 38 1/4" H x 20 3/4" W x 18 1/2" D. 19th century. Provenance: The estate of Jean A. Yeatman […]

4 hand painted wooden duck decoys. 3 have weights nailed to undersides and hand-written paper labels “Randal” (although one also appears to be stamped Randall ). Mid 20th century. Sizes range from 14 1/2″L to 18″l. 4th Decoy appears older, with considerably more wear, and has slightly turned head and missing eyes. 14 1/2″L. CONDITION: […]

Group of Five (5) East TN/Appalachian/Cherokee Baskets. 1st-2nd items: Two East TN/Appalachian ribbed split oak buttocks baskets with nailed construction. 10 1/2" H x 14" W and 13" H x 16" W. 3rd item: East TN/Appalachian split oak gathering basket with handle. 10 1/2" H x 11" W. 4th item: East TN/Appalachian split oak wall/hanging […]

Henry Ford High School Science Lab carved wood diorama, 3 dimensional and to scale, depicting the interior view of Henry Ford's High School science lab. Signed lower right "Robert". This piece was commissioned by Ford in 1929 and was on display at The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village (The Edison Institute) until it was […]

Biltmore Industries "Golliwog" fireplace broom, walnut, carved grimacing face with tongue sticking out and bristle hair. Handle marked "Forward/Biltmore/NC". Original finish. 22" H. Circa 1905-1914. CONDITION: Overall very good condition, general wear/losses to edges due to use.

Black Americana Folk Art doll with watermelon sitting on a cigar advertisement box. Painted composition face, wood head with coiled wool hair secured by a ribbon and body. Attired in a dark pink with white dot patterned cotton dress and linen collar. Doll sits atop a wooden box with "Black and White" cigar advertisements pasted […]

Polychrome painted wooden child's elephant barber chair with saddle and armchair seat (carved elephant may have originated from a carousel). Electric riser, not tested for functionality. 43" H x 47" W x 14 1/2" D. Motor on base – 17" H x 23" diameter. (approx.) American, early 20th century. Provenance: Private Franklin, TN collection, oral […]

Two (2) Carved and painted wooden sculptures attributed to Homer Green (Tennessee, 1910-2002) 1st item: Carved wooden bird with outstretched wings speckled with green, light purple, and white paint. Metal hook on back with string. One drill hole front lower right, one drill hole backfilled with epoxy resin, unsigned. 16 1/2" H x 26 1/6" […]

Graduated set of Georgia folk pottery lidded canister jars by Cleater and Billie Meaders, all signed and dated "3-9-1994" on the bases, alkaline drip glaze with applied grape and leaf decoration and lug handles. Ranging in size from 5 3/4" H to 10 1/4" H. CONDITION: All overall very good condition.