Well, ’tis that season again so we send a little jolliness your way with these adorable vintage Christmas tree lights, sold earlier to a happy collector. They are […]
Mortars & pestles, thunder & lightening
Here we have three mortars (and 2 pestles) from Queen B sales. If you didn’t already know, the mortar is the bowl, the pestle is the rod. And […]
Cupid Chariot Races
These strange paintings of mythic, winged toddlers (cupids, cherubs or putti) racing gazelle-drawn chariots are from a Beehive sale. They are only 9″ long including frames, and were […]
Mesmerizing Molas
These hypnotic, maze-like textile pieces are called Molas. Popular as both souvenirs and imports, they periodically show up at QBO sales. At first glance, the striking, high-contrast designs […]
1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
Ever picture yourself driving a sporty vintage car? Or maybe you need that perfect, lavish gift for your special someone? You’re in luck! QBO is offering this awesome […]
Northwest Coast Masks
These two remarkable masks by Northwest Coast Native American and First Nations carvers came to Queen B from the estate of a discerning couple who had an impressive […]
Odd, Specialized 18th Century Furniture
Here, from a past Beehive sale, is a clever piece of (reproduction) furniture whose design is attributed to Benjamin Franklin, a father of the American Revolution, canny businessman, […]
The Haunted Perambulator
Well, friends and fiends, tonight is All Hallows Eve, when restless spirits wander the earth, shaking down the neighborhood for treats. And just in time, a lucky buyer […]
Letterpress and Project Gutenberg
These shallow, lidless boxes often arrive at QBO already filled with tiny displays – thimbles, figurines, Crackerjack prizes or whatever. The compartments make appealing shadowboxes but the metal […]
Unusual Dimensional Paintings
We all know estate sales are great places to find interesting art, whether mass-produced, limited-edition, or one of a kind. Here are three unique types of wall art […]