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E-News ©
August 2005
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Feature stories this issue...
SOLD!!! Recent Impressive Sales at Showcase Antique Center!
Sold: $1,695.00! Milliner's Head
Sold: $4,900.00! Blue Coat Large Belsnickle
Sold: $1,150.00! Georgian Cheese Coaster
Sold: $1,800.00! 14 Karat Slide Bracelet
Sold: $1,235.00! Pair English c. 1740 Brass Candlesticks
Sold: $1,595.00! 18 Karat Diamond Bracelet
Sold: $1430.00! Steiff Bear on Wheels
Sold: $1,000.00! Gold-filled and 14 Karat Gold Slide Bracelet
Sold: $2,600.00! Sarah Robinson Sampler
Sold: $1,450.00! Sarah Evans Sampler
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From the Attic
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W.C. Wrede Child's Slate w/Man Carrying Rifle.
Price: $1,350.00
European Darning Sampler, Circa 1900.
Price: $495.00
Barbara Park Sampler, English, Dated 1850.
Price: $750.00
What's in your attic?
Read article Yard Sales, Schmard Sales.
CONSIGNMENT = $ALE$ below and learn how easy it is to consign with Showcase Antique Center.
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Need to sell more than what's in your attic?
How about selling your whole house!
Stuart Brody, president of Showcase Antique Center, Inc., and now a licensed real estate agent and auctioneer in Massachusetts and Connecticut, would like to introduce you to Brody Auction Associates, LLC and discuss his affiliation with Northeast Realty.
Introducing...
Brody Auction Associates, LLC
That's right! Stuart Brody is at it again. And this time he's added real estate auctioneer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to his extensive and impressive list of credentials with the opening of his new firm, Brody Auction Associates, LLC.
Real estate auctioneering is an aggressive, advance marketing strategy that provides tremendous benefits to the seller. "Most people think it has to do with distressed properties," said Stuart. "That is only one portion of the market. More and more people are turning to real estate auctions to sell their homes or commercial properties."
Auction is ideal for inherited property, or when time is of the essence, such as in divorce settlements. Contents may be included in the auction as well.
Auction is a true market forum. "It brings interested buyers to a point of decision - act now, or lose the opportunity to purchase," added Stuart.
And the benefits are numerous!
- Auction reduces the time the property is on the market.
- Auction eliminates numerous, unscheduled showings.
- Auction creates competition among buyers - auction prices can exceed the price of a negotiated sale.
- Auction takes the seller out of the negotiation process.
- Seller sets the terms and conditions of the sale.
- Seller knows exactly when the property will sell.
- The buyer pays the commission when a 7% to 10% buyer's premium is used. The high bid plus the buyer's premium becomes the total selling price.
- The seller pays no commission when a property is sold...only marketing costs are charged.
Affiliation...
Northeast Realty
To provide more options for his clients, Stuart affiliated with Northeast Realty, Union, CT, as both a real estate agent and auctioneer. Now Stuart can conduct negotiated sales for both residential and commercial properties in Massachusetts and Connecticut, as well as auction property in Connecticut.
Get the professional attention and advice YOU deserve for YOUR specific real estate needs. Call Stuart Brody at 617-899-8959.
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In Our Showcases
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Wrought Iron Three-Candle Hanging Lamp. Price: $ 395.00
Three Higgins and Seiter Rabbit Plates.
Each plate depicts
a different scene. Price listed is per plate. Price: $ 395.00
Roswell Gleason Tavern Mugs.
Six silver-plate tavern mugs
w/provenance from Baldwin Tavern, N. Wilbraham, MA. Price: $ 995.00
Brass Skater's Lantern.
Clear glass globe. Price: $ 125.00
Grand-Vals Time and Light Lamp. Price: $ 350.00
Wrought Iron Two-Candle Hanging Lamp. Price: $ 450.00
Steven's Lithographed Tin Skater's Lantern.
Pat'd., September 7, 1875. Price: $ 445.00
Brass Skater's Lantern.
Clear glass globe, marked
"Hurricane Lantern Co., N.Y." Price: $ 600.00
Tin Skater's Lantern.
Medium-green globe. Price: $ 595.00
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Antiques and Vintage
Collectibles Spotlight...
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Royal Bayreuth China
Royal Bayreuth has been the leader in the production of porcelain for over 200 years. The factory in Tettau, Germany is the oldest Bavarian china producer under private ownership, and still considered one of Germany's finest producers of quality porcelain. Although delicate to the touch, its durability makes it last for hundreds of years.
Founded in 1794, Royal Bayreuth has survived several difficult historic events, including the Napoleonic-Franco Prussian turmoil, two World Wars, as well as numerous changes in management and ownership. A fire in 1897 destroyed a number of important records and molds.
Dinnerware, dining accessories, coffee, and tea sets have been the company's main product line through the years. Collector items produced include figurals, scenic pieces, rose tapestry and many unique novelties such as Sunbonnet Babies, a limited edition collectible.
An Old Tettau Blue, one of the oldest Royal Bayreuth patterns, used for dinnerware and related ceramics, is still produced. Older pieces carry the hallmark "T" used from 1794 to 1885, or the lion mark (1887-1902).
Reference: The West Coast Peddle
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Royal Bayreuth Handled Tomato Mustard Pot
This mustard pot is marked on the bottom with the blue mark that reads "Royal Bayreuth Bavaria". Very good condition with no chips or cracks. A few paint flecks are visible but are glazed over.
Height=3.25 Price: $56.00
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Royal Bayreuth Lobster Mustard Pot
Royal Bayreuth mustard pot is shaped like a lobster's upper body with crossed claws. The mustard pot is deep orange with a green handle. Has the original serving spoon. Bears the Royal Bayreuth blue mark.
Width=4.25 Height=4.25 Price: $245.00
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Stuart's Musings
Samplers
The term sampler comes from the Latin exemplum meaning 'an example to be followed, a pattern, a model or example'. Although the earliest dated samplers come from the 16th century, it is possible they were stitched long before this time.
The first, known dated English sampler was made by Jane Bostocke in 1598 to celebrate the birth of Alice Lee. The sampler portrays random motifs in a variety of stitches and shades, and includes metal threads, pearls and beads.
Early samplers were sewn by women, rather than young girls, and were intended as examples of designs and different stitches. Later in the 17th century the style changed to spot samplers, random motifs worked in silk, intended to be cut out and appliqued onto bed hangings or other furnishings. During this period printed pattern books became available, so samplers lost some of their use as works of reference.
From the mid-eighteenth century, it was common for young girls to work samplers as part of their education. These samplers began to take on the form best known, with decorative borders, alphabets, motifs such as animals, flowers and houses, and usually contained a verse.
During Victorian times, samplers were more pictorial, decorative articles to be hung on parlor walls. As the designs became more elaborate, the number of different stitches used was reduced, ending up with the cross-stitch samplers so well known today.
Reference: A Brief History of Samplers
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Alphabet, Verse, And Numeric Sampler
Stockbridge, Mass. Alphabet, verse & numeric sampler worked by Mary Bear in the 10th year of her age; done in tones of pink, green & brown with center Tudor-style rose, bottom strawberry border & a bird sitting atop a tree in lower right corner; DTD 1790.
Width=14 Height=14.75 Price: $1,500.00 SOLD
Alphabet, Vowel, Number, And Verse Sampler
Alphabet, vowel, number, and verse sampler wrought by Sophia Seymour, age 12, of Stockbridge, Mass.; Done in tones of ecru, pink, green, and black with strawberry border; center Tudor rose; birds and trees; dated 1798; history of family accompanies piece.
Width=19 Height=23.5 Price: $4,800.00 SOLD
Alphabet, vowel, number, and verse sampler executed by Eliza Storrs, aged 15, of Storrs, Conn.; Done in tones of brown and green with leaf and vine border; circa 1820; measurements include frame.
Width=17 Height=19.5 Price: $1,400.00
English alphabet and verse sampler signed "Mary Woolaston Wrought This 1753 Aged 13 Years Sarah Brett My Teacher;" motifs include hearts, flowers, swans and other birds, a rabbit, a spotted dog and a man with a gun; measurements include frame.
Width=11.25 height=14 Price: $1,900.00
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Yard Sales, Schmard Sales.
CONSIGNMENT = $ALE$
"If you have something old, bring it in - it could be a valuable antique or collectible. Having an expert look at it is the best way to find out."
-Stuart Brody, owner and appraiser, Showcase Antique Center
Do you have a valuable or family heirloom you'd like to sell? Our consignment arrangement is the prime outlet for getting the best possible price for your antiques and collectibles.
Not sure what your item is worth? Our highly qualified appraisers will determine the value of your merchandise for you. This service is free of charge to our consignors.
Looking for Consignors with Quality Antiques
- We are committed to carrying quality antiques and vintage collectibles
- We don't allow any reproductions
- We adhere to specific time periods for vintage collectibles
- We will appraise your items, ensuring the highest value possible
Our Marketing Strategy
- A customized marketing program just for you to showcase your merchandise in its best light.
- Telemarketing
- We telephone customers with an interest in your type of merchandise
- Over 20,000 customers in our database
Additional Services
- If your merchandise sells through our ads or eBay, we handle the shipping and charge the customer.
- We remit all the sales tax so you don't have to worry about it.
Want to learn more about consigning with Showcase Antique Center? Contact Stuart Brody at sales@showcaseantiques.com. That extra money in your pocket is a click away!
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Showcase Antique Center
located at the entrance to Old Sturbridge Village,
Route 20, Sturbridge, MA 01566
Tel: (508) 347-7190 Fax: (508) 347-5420
sales@showcaseantiques.com
Showcase Antique Center is conveniently located on Route 20 in
Sturbridge, MA, just one mile from I-90 (the Massachusetts Turnpike) and
I-84. We're minutes away from the world-renown outdoor Brimfield Antique
Shows held annually each May, July and September.
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