Brookfield/Elm Grove Monthly

FEBRUARY 2014 Freeman Brookfield & Elm Grove/Page 5A Cast-iron dog door stop, antique mirror fetch good prices Q. Many years ago we discovered this 9-inch iron dog near a tent campsite on our property line. What do you think of our little dog? – J.P Waukesha ., BARBARA EASH Antiques Appraised "door porters" were popular in the late 1800s to 1930s. The weight of a good one is between 5 pounds and 8 pounds. Interior doors were closed, or propped open for air ventilation and heat purposes. Whimsical cast-iron door stops were manufactured in a variety of shapes and motifs; some examples include buildings, ships, flowers, people, birds and animals. Besides being functional, they delivered a delightful welcome to the room. Your 3-D Boston terrier cost $1.50 when new; there were less expensive models designed with a flat back. Production ceased with the onset of World War II. A couple of things to look for in antique cast-iron items: Craftsmen took pride in grinding down any rough seams and sharp edges. Most paint on original castings was air-brushed; often there is overlap where brown meets black, not a definite color line. Old cast-iron remains smooth and does not have a sandy grainy or , rough texture. Your dog with an attentive, almost vigilant pose appears to have 75 percent of original paint and no major surface damage.This greatly influences value and original paint is preferred over a repaint. Value is $145, more if it's marked Hubley Manufacturing Company Lancaster, Pennsylva, nia. served as a shaving mirror with accessories stored in the open front receptacle. A looking glass was considered an extraordinary item and regarded as a piece of furniture. Mirror frames were Could you tell us decorated in fashionable about this mirror that our ways from simple to ornate, family has inherited? making the mirror almost an – L.S., Waukesha afterthought. The handcarved, interlaced frame has In the 19th century , separate matched sides; they this was used for general use are joined at middle top around the arched mirror. in the dressing room. It Q. A. Knurr Team G.M. & "The Coach" Cell: 414-350-8345 Direct: 262-780-9317 Lynne & Jim Knurr MLS: 1337672 $ 289,900 Have an item for appraisal? Tell us about it and it could be selected for a future column. Mail entries to Waukesha Antique Shop, 1427 E. Racine Ave., Unit E-2, Waukesha, WI 53186. Send sharp, well-lit photos of front, back and underside of your item, and measurements are important. List any known history or even hearsay , length of ownership and all markings, even partial ones. Include your name, address and phone number. No photos can be returned and no purchase of antiques will occur. (Barbara Eash is a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America, specializing in appraisals of antiques and collectibles and has extensive experience writing and speaking about antiques.) www.Knurrteam.com www.lynneandjim.com 235925001 Lynne.knurr@cbexchange.com Waukesha 21840 Doneswood Dr. Waukesha, WI 53186 The cut-outs are frequently called fret-work and were labor intensive. This wall-mount mirror is walnut and the serpentine shape comb-box has beautiful burled walnut veneer. A newer mirror replaces the old beveled silvering, which is not a huge detriment to value. This 12-inch-by-19inch wall-mount beauty has original rich patina, making this charmer worth $250. 236518029 A. Door stops called Ashippun N787 Marvie Dr. Ashippun, WI 53066 MLS: 1338440 $ 237,000 ©2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker®, the Coldwell Banker Previews International® and the Previews International Logo are registered trademarks licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estates LLC. Each Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Office is Operated by Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate LLC. 236066004 Custom Hearing Instruments Difficulty Hearing? Your FREE Hearing Screening is offered 4 DAYS ONLY – NEXT WEEK! February 10th - 13th Open House Thursdays m 8:30-10:30a Please call to confirm an appointment time: Elm Grove: (262) 784-0063 Greenfield: (414) 321-2020 www.bswhearing.com 234781002 Sales Office Now Open – Reserve Your Apartment Today Heritage offers personalized care and service to meet the needs of each individual resident. Well trained and compassionate staff is available 24 hours per day in addition to a reassuring emergency call system. *Expires 2-28-14 Cannot be duplicated. Not redeemable for cash. Limit 1 per customer. Private Studio, One and Two Bedroom Apartments. Please stop in our sales office, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, 13425 Watertown Plank Rd., Suite #3, Elm Grove, or call: 262-786-5800 Celebrating 55 Years! WWW.GRASCHFOODS.COM www.heritagesenior.com 236410003 • Independence • Privacy • Choice • Individuality • Dignity

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