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Mini Portrait

Miniature Portrait

This unique miniature oil painting was actually found under a daguerreotype that was taken out of its case. The untouched portrait is exactly as it was painted in c. 1840.

Found in a house in Central Maine, south of Augusta.

Measures 4 1/2" x 5 1/2"

Devil Head

Devil Chaser

This unique piece is known as a "Devil Chaser" and was used in 19th century Evangelist tent meetings to chase out evil spirits from people.

Mid 19th century. All original as found.

Found in Central Maine near New Glouster, Maine.

Measures 74" height. Museum mounted.

 

Hand Weathervane

A rare "actual size" hand weathervane, wood with traces of old paint. First half of 20th century, Niagara Falls, N.Y.
It has been in a private collection for the last 25 years.

Pictured in "Art of the Weathervane" on p. 119.

 

Eagle

Oil Painting

A life size carved Eagle in flight. This folky carving was found in a barn in Southern Maine and show several histories of old paint. The present surface is a varnished surface over gold worn through to a red base. It is extremely decorative and would make any room.

It is museum mounted by us, but could easily be hung from a ceiling or beam if preferred.

Measures 32" nose to tail 48" wingspan.

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