At times, we can all get stuck with things which are quite baffling to us.
Because I am trading here at Bonanza, and have a great many years of experience in the field of antiques and collectables, I am willing for free; to assist in cases where people get stuck in making an ID of different artifacts.
I do not wish to be inundated, as myself and my “crew†here in Europe run a wide ranging antiques and collectables business, along with a service for the restoration of many different kinds of artifacts.
We have a private library with over 5300 articles, books and monographs.
Our restoration studio is “crewed†by some of the best, and at times the most hilarious people in the business.
It is of little use, in asking us about “hummelsâ€, “baseball cards†and those kinds of collectables, because it is not our field of specialization.
For example, we do know a great deal about furniture, glass, paintings, prints/etchings, European and Oriental porcelain, sculptures, metal ware, ceramics, silver and other precious metals and gemstones.
This offer is made to help people out, nothing more or less.
Note; If a photo is obviously required, please send images. Questions without images, will unfortunately be ignored. Unless, its a question concerning a cooking recipes, for example; about how to make real 18th century French Madelaines.
You might, get stuck in the queue. However, I will do my best, and in case I get stuck, then I have very well qualified staff to fall back on….given the fact that nobody is a island.
It is a strict company policy (mine) not to give valuations of objects on line.
This is mainly because;
1. I have not seen the objects personally
2. Images can be distorted
3. Being unable first hand to check the items with regard to make, condition and many other factors. Also out of all fairness to the poser of the question.
I will however be prepared give an assessment, not to be confused with an appraisal or valuation.
I might, when you are in doubt; also be able to point you in the right direction.
I will deal, with all reasonable question’s ASAP.
David
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AMK84E Reputation: 18 See AMK84E's booth |
Sorry guys,can’t seem to get the pix to load…off to report to support.
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Queenmum Reputation: 72 See Queenmum's booth |
How very nice of you David to extend yourself in such a helpful way. It is great to know there are people like you on Bonanza. Have a great week.
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FairyTaleButtons Reputation: 12 See FairyTaleButtons' booth |
Thank you very, very much! This is very appreciated and I look forward to following your booth offerings.
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euroholic Reputation: 154 See euroholic's booth |
I’ve had this for about 30 years, don’t have a clue what it was used for but like it for display.
Any Ideas?
Its about the size of a paint can only a little taller, the gear still goes round, I’ve never had it open so don’t know what goes on inside.
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Cannot believe I finally opened this thing.
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Item came from an Antique Store on Miami Beach, so I have no idea where it originally came from.
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Foxy_Lady_Boutique Reputation: 54 See Foxy_Lady_Boutique's booth |
hmmmm this is a wild guess….but looks like a butter churner or ice cream mixer? I bet it has some kind of padder, mixer type thing inside!
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CandlesLiteMyWay Reputation: 23 See CandlesLiteMyWay's booth |
I agree with Candles ^ above, most likely a butter churn and there would be a dasher with paddles inside. Here is a link to see images of butter churns. Look at last photo in article on right side. Value from $100 and up (second link).
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BargainBasement Reputation: 44 See BargainBasement's booth |
My best guess, that it oviously used as mixer. However, what to mix is difficult to say. Most butter churns were made of wood, rather like a coopers barrel, or beer barrel.
I would open it and see, but it might be a good idea not to do that indoors just in case………
Let us know, what the contetns or residue might be!!!
OOPs…Panic…….!!!!
Sorry, I forgot to add something VERY important…..my fault!
IF…the object came from a country enviroment( read..like out in the sticks…sorry no offence)
It might have been a freebie…from a chemical company….used by both gardeners and famers for mixing smaller portions of, Insecticeds, Fungicides and Herbicides…..
So, I would err on the side of caution, in handling the item.
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AMK84E Reputation: 18 See AMK84E's booth |
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barepocket Reputation: 26 See barepocket's booth |
Many thanks… now what did I do with that old alien-looking thingy-ma-bob?!
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Alacrity Reputation: 199 See Alacrity's booth |
Thanks for the great offer of help! Good to know there are such nice people here on Bonanza!
Happy Holidays!!
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srw001bzl Reputation: 14 See srw001bzl's booth |
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