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Folk Art1246 of 2507Face jug  Very Old Wooden Carving of a Nun
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    Posted 10 years ago

    hotairfan
    (388 items)

    I attended an auction several years age that had a large assortment of Nautical items collected by the previous owner. These items were not the usual trinkets found in a tourist trap, but were interesting items that were possibly used and made by whaling seamen during their long periods at sea looking for whales.
    I found this hand made mermaid hinge that was at the bottom of a box of wrought iron items.
    The details in the design and artwork are superbly preserved without rust or damage.
    In my imagination, I would like to think that it might have been made for a whaling ships log chest or something, I don't know. Anyway it is really a neat piece and I hope that you enjoy seeing it.
    PS. I wish I had the mating other hinge, but you seldom find a pair unless they is fastened to a box or chest. ..... hotairfan

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    Comments

    1. BHock45 BHock45, 9 years ago
      This is a REAL antique.....great great find!!!!
    2. hotairfan hotairfan, 9 years ago
      thanks, BHock45
    3. shareurpassion shareurpassion, 9 years ago
      Ah, this is very cool! I'm always saving hinges and knobs...never seen one like this before. Love it!
    4. hotairfan hotairfan, 9 years ago
      keep looking shareurpassion, you'll find some
      PS. I like your Collector's Weekly name

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