Our ‘collector of collections’ (George) is always finding unique pieces. Today, we feature a few Havre de Grace collector plates that are for sale. Additionally, we have a unique collection of advertising printer blocks from the 1920s-1930s for Towson Nursery.
The following are collector plates for sale in our store. They include:
- Double-Decker Bridge 1866-1939
- Street Scene, Washington St, HdG
- Havre de Grace Methodist Church
- First Baptist Church, HdG
- Havre de Grace Highlights
- Lighthouses of the Chesapeake Bay, MD
Did you know that the Bradford Exchange started as a result of buying and selling collector plates?
By the early 1970’s, J. Roderick MacArthur saw an opportunity to organize the buying and selling of collector plates by telephone just as stocks and bonds were bought and sold. Thus began the Bradford Exchange, the leading dealer in first-issue collector plates. By the 1980’s, the Bradford Exchange was fully computerized with over 11,000 transactions each day. By this time, Lalique and Orrefors had produced Annual Crystal plates, Limoges, Royal Doulton, and Wedgwood were producing fine china Collector Plates and American companies such as Reed & Barton produced silver and pewter plates.
from Glass Menagerie
These printer blocks are a series of advertising pieces for Towson Nursery from the 1920s-1930s. There are two cases also available. Great for paper weights, a decorative piece on a shelf, and more.
Block printing is a traditional printing method that dates back to ancient times, and it is still used today in many parts of the world. Block printing is a process in which an image or design is carved into a block of wood, metal, or other materials, which is then coated with ink and stamped onto a piece of fabric or paper.
from AYRas World
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Today, block printing continues to be a popular and important art form around the world. In addition to textiles and paper, block printing is used to create art prints, greeting cards, and other decorative items. The use of natural dyes and sustainable materials has become increasingly important in block printing, as artists and artisans strive to create environmentally-friendly products.
It’s a beautiful week (yes, a bit chilly) for browsing your favorite Havre de Grace shop. At BAHOUKAS ANTIQUE MALL, we’re here … and yeppir, we’re watchin’ for ya!
