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This vintage metal art piece of the Golden Gate Bridge showcases a unique folk art style that is proudly handmade in the United States, specifically in California. With dimensions of 36 inches by 29 inches, this piece of art captures the iconic beauty of the Golden Gate Bridge in a distinctive and eye-catching way. Perfect for collectors or as a special travel souvenir from the beloved state of California, this metal art creation is a charming addition to any home or space.

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Midcentury Folk Art Painting San Francisco CA California Bridge Signed Bob Mod. Please note a couple of items: Frame has separation as seam points. Perspective seems to be off, or there was a mistake. Please see raised paint of what looks to be bushes in lower left. Please note that I do not have any history on the artist and believe this is probably an abstract representation of San Francisco. Frame as wear, nicks, marks. Measures 29 x 33 inches outside of frame and 19.5 x 23.5 inches inside of frame. If you are unsatisfied with your order, please contact me and I will do my best to work with you to resolve the issue. A mutual respect for each other will go a long way and I promise to be honest and fair and make it right if I have made a mistake. Please enlarge all pictures for best description of item. If it is not pictured, it is not included. Please do not assume. Although I research the items I list and try my best to create a concise clear listings, I may miss something or make a mistake. I make my best attempt to answer all questions promptly and honestly. Please understand that unless the item is marked brand new, it has been used and will show signs of this. This could include minor scuffing, tiny nicks, minor-moderate signs of wear, minor paint loss etc. Any obvious flaws are listed under flaws, but minor flaws may not be noted. Even with brand new, vintage items, there may be flaws. If condition is very important to you, please reach out and I would be happy to take a closer look. My condition assessment criteria may be different than yours. The history of most of the items I sell are unknown. If I have any history, I will try to note it. If I can smell smoke, I will make it very clear that it has a smoke odor. Please note that items may have an odor of some kind like storage, light perfume, smoke I truly can’t detect, etc. And I may not disclose this under item notes. My home is pet friendly and a few stray hairs may find their way on to your item. I do a general wipe down of all items; however, most times a deeper cleaning may be needed. I have paid for this item to be fully insured in case of loss or damage. I will ensure that I work through the claim quickly, provide updates and will always make it right.

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This is an intriguing and mysterious Antique 19th c. California American Folk Art Oil painting on artists board, depicting a scene from San Franciscos Chinatown. This work dates from the late 19th – very early 20th century, and shows a dimly lit room in a fish market, with two traditionally Qing dynasty dressed men with traditional Manchu ponytails. One man is smoking a cigarette, while the other is taking a slight bow and taking what also appears to be a cigarette from the smoking man. In a dark entryway behind them, it appears that there is another man watching from afar. This painting has a very Noir vibe, and reminded me right away of the movie Chinatown starring Jack Nicholson. The hanging fish and the dim light being cast the Chinese hanging lanterns really set the mood of this intriguing and charming painting. Signed MB Plummer in the lower right. Perhaps you recognize this artist or his work? Some scuffing, minor paint loss and a small pit in the board, to the left of the signature please see photos. Approximately 13 3/4 x 16 1/2 inches including frame. Actual artwork is approximately 11 1/8 x 13 3/4 inches. Please check my other listings for more wonderful and unique artworks! The item “Antique 19th California American Folk Art Oil Painting, San Francisco Chinese” is in sale since Monday, May 31, 2021. This item is in the category “Art\Paintings”. The seller is “willsusa_utzeqm” and is located in Orange, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

• Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
• Region of Origin: US
• Artist: Plummer
• Style: Folk Art
• Painting Surface: Board
• Medium: Oil
• Date of Creation: 1900-1949
• Features: Framed
• Width (Inches): 16 1/2
• Subject: Figures
• Originality: Original
• Height (Inches): 13 3/4

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Spectacular American Folk Parquetry Hope Chest Oakland Ca. Circa 1940’s Measures 30 ½” by 18″ and it stands 15 ½ high including the casters, the inside is painted white and has a chain to hold the lid in place in a vertical position. There are brass corner protectors and hinges. The wood has a nice clear protective varnish. There are a few minor marks on the wood from moving and small white paint marks. Also there are two very small holes on both sides where handles may have been attached (it is a standard hole and width for a handle). Made by Jack M. Ferrier of Oakland, California in the late 1940’s during his retirement. He served in WWI and again as a War Department security patrol officer at the San Francisco Port of Embarkation in WWII. Jack conservatively estimated that 25000 Pieces of inlay were used in making this chest. Ships promptly and fully Insured. LOCAL PICK-UP IS ALWAYS FREE. Please look at my other auctions. YOU WILL RECEIVE THE ACTUAL ITEM SHOWN IN THE PICTURES. The item “Folk Parquetry Locker Trunk Hope Chest made in Oakland California 1940’s ONE O” is in sale since Thursday, March 26, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Furniture\Chests & Trunks\1900-1950″. The seller is “mod_maudern_world” and is located in Tucson, Arizona. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Region of Origin: San Francisco
• Style: Aesthetic Movement
• Depth: 18″
• Sub-Style: American
• Maker: Jack M. Ferrier
• Material: redwood, live oak, walnut, more
• Width: 30 ½”
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Type: Trunk
• Height: 15 ½” (including castors: apx 1 ½”)
• Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1950

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