Credit Card Case
“If I keel over in WalMart, drag my body to Neimans” If the Victorians carried plastic, they would surely appreciate the humorous reference to quality. For over a century, Neiman-Marcus has maintained a lofty standard that has intrigued the female shopper. Gift boxed. 2 x 4”. #15291 $19.95 Available online: Can I Pay My Visa with My Mastercard? #18537
Manners & Morals of Victorian America
Both hilarious and fascinating, a wealth of 19th c. protocol covers every aspect of life from spousal duties to suitor rejection and motoring etiquette. 7 x 10”. Sftcvr. 180 p. #15959 $14.95
Heidi Steiner
F a i ry D o o r
Any tree is converted into an enchanted abode for the little winged people who are believed to slumber by day and dance in the moonlight. English Tudor styling has faux limestone threshold and hook for reversible sign. Painted resin. 5 x 7”. Reads: Shhhh...the fairies are sleeping / Sorry we missed you, we’re #17011 $19.95 ($45. value) dancing in the garden.
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...before 9:00 p.m. anyway. And that’s when the party begins. The hot tub regulation is a delightful tin sign that will grace bath or garden spas. Tin. 10 x 16”. #16827 $11.95 ($15. retail)
Curious Georgina
Her frock is patiently hand stitched of vintage fabrications. The precious Victorian sock monkey is crafted of finest wool mohair by the legendary artist who creates coveted bears utilizing old world methods and #22043 $269.95. materials. 10”. ($300. value. Mabel the Elephant available on p.39. Other collectible creatures on our website.) Anne Taintor
L a dy l i k e S n o r t F l a s k s
Smart alec quips assigned to retro submissive housewife advertising art is rendered to a girl’s private stock bottle. Fill with Irish Cream or Kahlua to sip or liven coffee. Stainless steel. 4 oz. 4”. $19.95/ea. “Why, yes, I am that kind of girl.” #22125 “I’m so happy it’s happy hour.” #22126
C l ow n B a n k
Oh, what he’ll do for a penny and a laugh... the buffoon will flip and spin wildly in response to a modest deposit. Hand painted cast iron antique replica. #2313 $29.95 ($40. retail)
Musical Phonograph Bank
The legendary terrier mutt and beloved icon for RCA Victor’s phonograph was born in Bristol, England in 1884. His master was amused by the manner in which the dog would tilt his head when records played. Thus he was inspired to capture the dog on canvas, entitled “His Master’s Voice”. Nip opens his mouth and moves his ears once the crank is turned. Plays Cats. 8 x 6”. #18726 $39.95 ($50. value)
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C h a mb e r P o t
A whimsical curiosity is reserved for those with a sense of humor and some imaginative idea as to what one would stash here. It is theorized that this was once used for matches or toothpicks. 5”. Gift boxed. #19388 $19.95 ($25. value)
Hidden Squirrel T e ac u p A chestnut brown squirrel perches within tea or coffee in a white ceramic cup. The Victorians popularized incentives within cups to encourage children to drink #23000 $19.95 ($25. value) their milk. 5” dia.
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