Circa 1950s French Childs Carnival/Circus Prop Chair

A very handsome mid-century A. Brandt Co. Ranch Oak desk and chair set with a great classic American West look. Hand-crafted design features rustic hand-carved and chiseled details on both the desk and chair, which have a warm honey oak finish and display very handsome grain throughout. Desk with three drawers at left and two open shelves at right. Fully finished on all sides so that it can be placed anywhere in a room. Blackened metal rounded-head nails or furniture tacks punctuate drawer pulls and various frame elements, adding a bit of nicely understated decoration. Finished on all sides so it can float in a room. Ranch Oak logo branded on inside of top drawer. Chair with contoured seat, slat back, and handle cut-out at top. Both it and the desk have great craftsmanship, and make for a very sturdy set that’s meant to last a lifetime. A. Brandt Company was established in Fort Worth, Texas in 1900, with their Ranch Oak line produced from 1938 to the mid-1980s. This particular set dates from the 1950s. Dimensions listed are for the desk. Chair dimensions are H 31.5 in. x W 16.25 in. x D 19.63 in., with a seat hight of 31.5 in. We also offer an A. Brandt Oak Ranch...

A delightful circa 1900 Qing era Chinese red lacquered wood child’s convertible combination bathtub and seat. Oval staved wood plank body finished in brilliant red lacquer and a clear coat. With a higher back then front, and horn-like elements on either side that would’ve helped with getting in and out. With a removable tray up front, and a removable platform inside that allowed the piece to easily convert from what was essentially a low children’s “highchair...

1950s "Prince Buddah" circus sideshow banner.

Very early American circus or carnival Sideshow Banner, circa 1890-1900. Fantastic paint detail. Great example of American folk art banner painting. The Great American African Camel...