"Hunting Season", Mystery Item, Black Vultures and a Note to O.A. Joe

Here is hoping that all of you are well. We've been busy and excited about the warmer weather and 'hunting season' (antique/collectible hunting that is) really getting underway. Speaking of experienced hunters, make sure you look at our dealer pictures on the sidebar. The third picture of the mystery item and a note from a reader to O.A. Joe are also posted.
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The first picture, or my nature shot, is once again from our home. Charlie and I were sitting on the porch one afternoon when he noticed a huge bird perched on the top of the old milk barn on the property. The next morning, it was back and I was able to get a picture. We found out it was a black vulture which are smaller but more aggressive than turkey vultures. Later, two were perched up there but of course I didn't have my camera. These birds must have been migrating because we haven't seen any since. The picture gives the illusion that I am pretty close to it but in reality, it is three stories high. Although this isn't my usual type of shot, we both found the birds to be very interesting.
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Check out what Charlie has 'bagged' recently.
Charlie found this buffet recently at an auction. It needed some work which is in the process, but as you can see, it has some stunning features. It should be very pretty when finished.
These brackets would be great paired with a shelf or as a single with a small shelf.

Shoeshine chair anyone?


Brass Candle Holders from Virginia Metal Crafters of Wayesboro, Virginia. This plant is now closed and the company is producing
their products out of the country.
The small holders are
31/4 inches tall and the tall one is 10 inches tall.

I wanted to show you the 'pan' again and give you a perspective of its size. Note the candle holders pictured above.
How about a piggy bank?

Take care,
Charlie and Chris

Spring!!

Yea, Spring is here!! It is definitely my favorite time of the year. One of my favorite plants is the Resurrection Fern. The picture below is from a tree in our yard. Note the inserted picture which shows the ferns last week and compare them to how they look after yesterday's rain.
How appropriate to come to life right before Easter.
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New this week...................

Below - Auction and other finds...

On the sidebar - New picture of this month's mystery item, a letter from O.A. Joe and what is new from our dealers.

Cow Bell - $5

Wall Mont Receipt Holder - $10

Hay Saw -$30

Life Magazine from December 27, 1968 featuring Picasso - $15

Set of four lithograph reproductions of old prints of mansions and estates in England - $10 for the set

Very tall pitcher with six mugs - $50 for the set


More trays (sorry about the glare). Priced $7-$10.
Coca-Cola, Saturday Evening Post, Chevrolet, etc.

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Have a wonderful Easter and hope to see you in the shop soon. For the teachers and students out there, enjoy your Spring break!
Charlie and Chris

Spring is on the Way and A New Mystery Item


Spring is almost officially here! YEA!!! This morning I spotted this dandelion catching the morning sun as it peeked around the tree.
You know, even a weed can be beautiful.
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Below, the first picture you'll see is of the recently published brochure
"South of Atlanta Antiques and Dining". This brochure highlights great antique shops and restaurants in Henry and Spalding County. You can pick one up here at our shop and at many of the shops and restaurants around town.
Next, you'll see that we have moved the Southern Belles Milk Soap back here to the shop. The soap is amazing and makes your skin feel wonderful. Come in, get a free sample and give it a try. I think you'll like it as much as Charlie and I do.
Finally, there are shots of bottles and pictures we have in the shop. The first Coke bottle is quite old, c. 1905-1916. The second one is from right here in Griffin, Georgia and was bottled right up the street from our shop.
Both are great collectibles.
The pictures highlighted are all beautiful. One is oil and the others are water color. We think you'll like them all.
Don't forget to check out the sidebar. There is a new Mystery Item plus pictures of new things from our dealers.




$25

$5


Oil by Lois Stephens, 1987.
$75.00 with frame

A group of four water colors - only $8 each (what was Charlie thinking?)




Take care and have a great week!
Charlie and Chris

Mystery Item, Auction Finds and O.A. Joe

This week we have a lot of interesting news. First of all, it is time to reveal February's Mystery Item - it is a Broom Holder! Our winner is Ron Versic from Ohio. Way to go Ron!!

Second and once again, Charlie has been to an auction and found some very interesting items. Some are ready to be used and/or displayed, another has 'potential'.

(You'll see when you look at the pictures.) Make sure you check out the dealer pictures on the side bar. These folks continue to bring in great things!

Last but not least, do you remember the picture of the deer I posted in February? Well, the deer with one antler wrote me an email with his story - really! His name is One Antler Joe, aka O. A. Joe. Read his letter below.



"Dear Chris,
My name is O. A. Joe. I’m writing you because you wanted to know the story behind why I have only one antler. To make a very long story short, I was in a love triangle, fought and lost my antler but gained the lady I was after. She is beautiful, lively and will make a very good mother to our babes once we have some. However, although she is the object of my affection, her heart is not with me, it’s with the Stag I beat. Bottom line is I’m going to have to let her go back to the one she truly loves.
I want to thank you for your interest and curiosity regarding my antlers and I do wish the story was more uplifting but alas, it isn’t.
Please be careful and continue to look out for all that is yours as you never know what might happen.
With sincerest regards,
One Antler Joe"

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Spring is definitely emerging. In fact, this is the first Thursday lately that I haven't been sitting here in my fleece while I post the the blog. It is an exciting time for those of us who like taking pictures.


From our woods....




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Auction Finds

Anvil - $28

'Pan" - Pulled by a mule to scoop and level dirt $45

Corner cupboard (a project for sure but it has good bones) - $150

Framed Print/Poster of Vincent Van Gogh's "Still Life: Vase with Irises" - $35

Coke Trays - new but nice! - $10 each