Page 27 - Journal of Antiques and Collectibles December 2019
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The Competition Steps Up
19th Century Dutch polychrome and
gilt sleigh, referred to as a sled, with All around the country, other companies incorporated
side panels in the style of Heemskerck, Allen’s T-shape for steering. On the west coast, Eusebius B.
with fine sections showing exotic birds Garton was also making major contributions to American
and foliage, retaining original gilding. sledding. His creations featured a special weather-resistant
Heemskerck was widely respected in plywood that he imported from Finland, and were decorated
his own lifetime and was a strong with colorful printed designs and a trademark bright red
influence on the painters of Haarlem paint, now called “Garton Red.” Though the Garton Toy
in particular. He is known (along Company sold its own sleds (Silver Streak, Eskimo, Royal
with his teacher Jan van Scorel) for Racer), several other companies purchased Garton frames for
his introduction of Italian art to the their sleds, including the Ace Hardware Sled and the Coast
Northern Netherlands. to Coast Apollo Sled.
photo: loveantiques.com
Standard Novelty Works is another sled maker to watch
out for. One of the best known American manufacturers,
Standard sold the rare “King of the Hill” and “Master
Bomber” sleds in the 1930s, of which under 3,000 were
available. Standard’s other models had names like
“Lightning Speedster,” “Coaster King,” “Snow Ball,” and
“American Racer.”
Standard Novelty Works had competitors in
Duncannon. Their Lightning Guider sold around 1,700
sleds daily in its heyday and was praised for its steel runners and tough yet flexible frame.
By the 1970s, Standard Novelty Works and Duncannon were still producing sleds, and the
Flexible Flyer company had changed hands multiple times and was selling under the moniker
“Blazon Flexible Flyer.” All major wooden sled manufacturers succumb to changing times by
the 1990s, as their creations gave way to plastic saucers, snow tubes, and toboggans. To current
generations, vintage sleds look painful, but many remember the glory days of these brightly named
and brightly painted toys.
A sled gone wrong? Nope, this is a jack jumper or a skibock in Europe. One of Your Own
Originating in the late 1800s, this sledding cousin has stood the test of
time and is now a sport, of sorts. The Jack Jump World Championships Want to get into sled collecting or just add a beautiful example to your holiday decor?
are held in Mount Snow, VT and involve brave participants riding Check-in on auctions, garage sales, flea markets, or Craigslist. If you want a newer yet vintage-
these things down a slalom course. looking model, try a sports equipment consignment shop or thrift store. The typical vintage sled in
average to poor condition can be under $100, but the pristine hand-painted examples can go for
hundreds to thousands of dollars. Do a little research into the manufacturer of your sled. Flexible Flyers, for instance, were mass-produced and are not that rare,
but King of the Hill sleds are quite hard to pin down. As for decorators, once you know why you need the sled, there is likely going to be one that fits. Dainty,
painted cutter-style sleds look great in displays, sporty racers go well in cabin settings, and the models from the 1970s-80s serve double duty: attractive and
nostalgically fun. If I haven't convinced you yet, I leave you with one word from Charles Foster Kane – “Rosebud.”
Holiday Open House at Lafayette Antiques Mill Center
LAFAYETTE, NJ – When Thanks- their traditional Cranberry Bean Soup and libations.
giving festivities are over, and you find yourself Any time you go to the Mill you can enjoy affordable, high-quality
free, join the 55 dealers of the Lafayette Mill antiques, collectibles and uniques displayed in room-like settings. Merchandise
Antiques Center in a 3-day Holiday Open and displays are juried and changed frequently. Authenticity is guaranteed.
House, November 29, 30, and December 1. Furniture and accessories, from folk to formal, and so much more. Fine art,
Special offerings throughout the Mill will lighting, toys, dolls advertising, china, jewelry, and sporting collectibles.
include a treasure trove of holiday antiques and Celebrate the season at the Lafayette Mill. Find gifts with “a past” and
collectibles at Sign of the Tymes, “An English stock for the New Year.
Country Christmas” at Sweet Peas, “White The Lafayette Mill Antiques Center is located at 12 Morris Farm Road, just
Christmas” with Jo and Roger La Carrubba, off Route 15 in Lafayette, New Jersey. It is open Wednesday through Sunday
“Country Farmhouse Christmas” at Black Pony from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information visit millantiques.com
Antiques, “Sleigh Bells Ring” at Debbie Santos Shop in this authentic 1840’s gristmill with ample on-site parking for a
Antiques, and “A Winter Collection” at Kim Happy Holiday Season!
Ferruggia Antiques. Bogwater Jim will serve
Palmer Antiques Co-Op Holiday Sale and Open House
PALMER, MA – It will be looking a lot like a holiday wonderland items at good prices. We are thrilled with the reaction of
at the Palmer Antiques Co-Op in Palmer, Massachusetts the community in supporting our business.”
during its Holiday Sale running from Thursday, The store-wide holiday sale will offer everyone 10% off
December 19 through Sunday, December 22, and all items not already on sale to make stuffing those
especially during the Open House and Store stockings easier than ever with great antique and
Celebration on Saturday, December 21 as dealers, vintage gifts. The festive atmosphere that is always in
customers, staff, and friends celebrate a successful the air no matter what time of year will be merry and
year with a light lunch and festivities. bright this weekend. And the “official greeter” Jake, the
“This is a wonderful chance to say ‘thank you’ lovable family dog, is always ready to meet everyone
to all our dealers and customers for their support with a smile and a wag of his tail.
and wonderful business from throughout the year,” The Palmer Antiques Co-Op is located at 1239 South
said owners Louise and Michael Krassler who took Main Street in Palmer, Massachusetts and is open
over the Co-Op this year. “Our customers are the Thursday through Sunday. Check their Facebook page
best, and our dealers really work hard to offer great for special holiday hours and information.
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19th Century Dutch polychrome and
gilt sleigh, referred to as a sled, with All around the country, other companies incorporated
side panels in the style of Heemskerck, Allen’s T-shape for steering. On the west coast, Eusebius B.
with fine sections showing exotic birds Garton was also making major contributions to American
and foliage, retaining original gilding. sledding. His creations featured a special weather-resistant
Heemskerck was widely respected in plywood that he imported from Finland, and were decorated
his own lifetime and was a strong with colorful printed designs and a trademark bright red
influence on the painters of Haarlem paint, now called “Garton Red.” Though the Garton Toy
in particular. He is known (along Company sold its own sleds (Silver Streak, Eskimo, Royal
with his teacher Jan van Scorel) for Racer), several other companies purchased Garton frames for
his introduction of Italian art to the their sleds, including the Ace Hardware Sled and the Coast
Northern Netherlands. to Coast Apollo Sled.
photo: loveantiques.com
Standard Novelty Works is another sled maker to watch
out for. One of the best known American manufacturers,
Standard sold the rare “King of the Hill” and “Master
Bomber” sleds in the 1930s, of which under 3,000 were
available. Standard’s other models had names like
“Lightning Speedster,” “Coaster King,” “Snow Ball,” and
“American Racer.”
Standard Novelty Works had competitors in
Duncannon. Their Lightning Guider sold around 1,700
sleds daily in its heyday and was praised for its steel runners and tough yet flexible frame.
By the 1970s, Standard Novelty Works and Duncannon were still producing sleds, and the
Flexible Flyer company had changed hands multiple times and was selling under the moniker
“Blazon Flexible Flyer.” All major wooden sled manufacturers succumb to changing times by
the 1990s, as their creations gave way to plastic saucers, snow tubes, and toboggans. To current
generations, vintage sleds look painful, but many remember the glory days of these brightly named
and brightly painted toys.
A sled gone wrong? Nope, this is a jack jumper or a skibock in Europe. One of Your Own
Originating in the late 1800s, this sledding cousin has stood the test of
time and is now a sport, of sorts. The Jack Jump World Championships Want to get into sled collecting or just add a beautiful example to your holiday decor?
are held in Mount Snow, VT and involve brave participants riding Check-in on auctions, garage sales, flea markets, or Craigslist. If you want a newer yet vintage-
these things down a slalom course. looking model, try a sports equipment consignment shop or thrift store. The typical vintage sled in
average to poor condition can be under $100, but the pristine hand-painted examples can go for
hundreds to thousands of dollars. Do a little research into the manufacturer of your sled. Flexible Flyers, for instance, were mass-produced and are not that rare,
but King of the Hill sleds are quite hard to pin down. As for decorators, once you know why you need the sled, there is likely going to be one that fits. Dainty,
painted cutter-style sleds look great in displays, sporty racers go well in cabin settings, and the models from the 1970s-80s serve double duty: attractive and
nostalgically fun. If I haven't convinced you yet, I leave you with one word from Charles Foster Kane – “Rosebud.”
Holiday Open House at Lafayette Antiques Mill Center
LAFAYETTE, NJ – When Thanks- their traditional Cranberry Bean Soup and libations.
giving festivities are over, and you find yourself Any time you go to the Mill you can enjoy affordable, high-quality
free, join the 55 dealers of the Lafayette Mill antiques, collectibles and uniques displayed in room-like settings. Merchandise
Antiques Center in a 3-day Holiday Open and displays are juried and changed frequently. Authenticity is guaranteed.
House, November 29, 30, and December 1. Furniture and accessories, from folk to formal, and so much more. Fine art,
Special offerings throughout the Mill will lighting, toys, dolls advertising, china, jewelry, and sporting collectibles.
include a treasure trove of holiday antiques and Celebrate the season at the Lafayette Mill. Find gifts with “a past” and
collectibles at Sign of the Tymes, “An English stock for the New Year.
Country Christmas” at Sweet Peas, “White The Lafayette Mill Antiques Center is located at 12 Morris Farm Road, just
Christmas” with Jo and Roger La Carrubba, off Route 15 in Lafayette, New Jersey. It is open Wednesday through Sunday
“Country Farmhouse Christmas” at Black Pony from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information visit millantiques.com
Antiques, “Sleigh Bells Ring” at Debbie Santos Shop in this authentic 1840’s gristmill with ample on-site parking for a
Antiques, and “A Winter Collection” at Kim Happy Holiday Season!
Ferruggia Antiques. Bogwater Jim will serve
Palmer Antiques Co-Op Holiday Sale and Open House
PALMER, MA – It will be looking a lot like a holiday wonderland items at good prices. We are thrilled with the reaction of
at the Palmer Antiques Co-Op in Palmer, Massachusetts the community in supporting our business.”
during its Holiday Sale running from Thursday, The store-wide holiday sale will offer everyone 10% off
December 19 through Sunday, December 22, and all items not already on sale to make stuffing those
especially during the Open House and Store stockings easier than ever with great antique and
Celebration on Saturday, December 21 as dealers, vintage gifts. The festive atmosphere that is always in
customers, staff, and friends celebrate a successful the air no matter what time of year will be merry and
year with a light lunch and festivities. bright this weekend. And the “official greeter” Jake, the
“This is a wonderful chance to say ‘thank you’ lovable family dog, is always ready to meet everyone
to all our dealers and customers for their support with a smile and a wag of his tail.
and wonderful business from throughout the year,” The Palmer Antiques Co-Op is located at 1239 South
said owners Louise and Michael Krassler who took Main Street in Palmer, Massachusetts and is open
over the Co-Op this year. “Our customers are the Thursday through Sunday. Check their Facebook page
best, and our dealers really work hard to offer great for special holiday hours and information.
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