A few examples of appraisal values for
FOSTER CO

• TWO EIDER DECOYSIn strong
  TWO EIDER DECOYSIn strong condition, made by the Levy Family. Big Tancook Island, Nova Scotia, circa 1950. Measuring, 15” in length. The Larry Foster Collection.
• BIRCH BARK CANOEIn dry strong
  BIRCH BARK CANOEIn dry strong condition with an exceptional patina. Nova Scotia origin, 1890. Measuring, 16” in length. The Larry Foster Collection.
• FOLKY CANADA GOOSEIn original paint
  FOLKY CANADA GOOSEIn original paint and excellent condition, very whimsical in form. Eastern Ontario origin, first quarter of 20th Century. Measuring, 16” height x 21" long. The Larry Foster Collection.
• BLACK DUCK SILHOUETTEIn excellent
  BLACK DUCK SILHOUETTEIn excellent condition and form. Found in Nova Scotia, but probably Eastern Ontario origin, circa 1940. Measuring, 12” height x 15” height. The Larry Foster Collection.
• SMALL EAST COAST BASKETSThe two
  SMALL EAST COAST BASKETSThe two baskets are in great condition. Indigenous made. Circa 1930. Tallest measuring, 9" height x 8 1/8" width x 8" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• PINE BLANKET BOXIn good original
  PINE BLANKET BOXIn good original surface and excellent condition. Western Ontario, circa 1860. Measuring, 22 3/8" height x 37 1/2" width x 20 1/2" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• CARVED WOODEN BOWLThe rectangular
  CARVED WOODEN BOWLThe rectangular shaped carved bowl with some remnants of paint, from Prince Edward Island. Measuring, 4 3/4" height x 22 3/4" width x 11 1/8" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• GEOFF BUTLER (B. 1945 - )
  GEOFF BUTLER (B. 1945 - ) CANADIAN"Looking round the bend", acrylic on masonite, by Geoff Butler of Digby, Nova Scotia. Signed lower right, and signed-dated 1975 verso. Measuring, 11 1/2” x 16” (at sight). The Larry Foster Collection.
• GEOFF BUTLER (B. 1945 - )
  GEOFF BUTLER (B. 1945 - ) CANADIAN"Flying", acrylic on masonite, by Geoff Butler of Digby, Nova Scotia. Signed lower right, and signed-dated 1976 verso. Measuring, 11 1/2” x 16” (at sight). The Larry Foster Collection.
• HALF HULL MODELThe wooden model
  HALF HULL MODELThe wooden model is in solid condition. Prince Edward Island, circa 1950. Lenght, 18”. The Larry Foster Collection.
• STEP-DOWN CHAIR & BOW BACK
  STEP-DOWN CHAIR & BOW BACK WINDSOR CHAIRTwo chairs; solid condition and refinished at an early date. Found in Prince Edward Island. Origin is either Canadian East Coast or New England, circa 1820. Measuring, 34 3/4" height x 18 1/4" width x 16 1/2" depth, and 36 1/2" height x 19 1/2" width x 16' depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• ILE D'ORLÉANS STYLE CHAIRIle
  ILE D'ORLÉANS STYLE CHAIRIle d'Orléans style chair, pegged construction. France, late 18th Century. Height 34”, seat height 16”, seat width 16”. The Larry Foster Collection.
• CAST IRON GOLFER DOORSTOPIn
  CAST IRON GOLFER DOORSTOPIn excellent condition. Height, 10". The Larry Foster Collection.
• FOLK CARVING OF P.M. PIERRE E.
  FOLK CARVING OF P.M. PIERRE E. TRUDEAUA wood carving of Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau by listed artist Art Gallant of Dieppe, New Brunswick (active in the 20th century, died 1980). Circa 1979. Measuring, 6 1/4" height x 7 1/2" width x 4 3/8" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• RARE MARBLE GAMEFrom the
  RARE MARBLE GAMEFrom the Mennonite Community, strong condition with a nice patina. Marbles included. Waterloo County, circa 1890. Measuring, 10” height x 9” width. The Larry Foster Collection.
• THREE TIER PLANT OR PAILSTANDThe
  THREE TIER PLANT OR PAILSTANDThe bow front, turned legs and scrolled back support are positive. Dark brown colour, strong crackling. Yarmouth County (Nova Scotia), last quarter of 19th century. Measuring, 39” height x 40" maximum width x 18” depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• THOMAS HAY ARROWBACK CHAIRSA set of
  THOMAS HAY ARROWBACK CHAIRSA set of four arrowback chairs, the paint was removed many years ago. Hardings Point (New Brunswick), circa 1830. Unsigned. Measuring, 32 1/2" height x 18 1/2" width x 16 1/2" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• COUNTRY SOFAAs found condition
  COUNTRY SOFAAs found condition and retaining original surface. Requires upholstery. Circa 1840. Measuring, 27 3/4" height x 74 3/8" width x 26" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• WALLBOX SHELFThe form shows
  WALLBOX SHELFThe form shows settlers’ ethnic influence. A few coats of overpaint. Condition excellent. Nova Scotia, Lunenberg County, last quarter 19th century. Measuring, 24" height x 12 1/2" width x 4 1/2" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• COUNTRY CHAISE LONGUEIn excellent
  COUNTRY CHAISE LONGUEIn excellent white painted surface, showing considerable age, and upholstered in a navy blue jean-like cotton fabric. This form is more often country formal. Lunenburg County (Nova Scotia), circa 1870. Measuring, 68” x 22 1/2". The Larry Foster Collection.
• LAST LOOK WOODEN MIRROR -
  LAST LOOK WOODEN MIRROR - SHELFThe mirror showing diamond cutouts and decorative scrolls, with a very old surface, and minor repairs. Yarmouth County, last quarter of the 19th Century. Measuring, 18” height, 10” width (tapering). The Larry Foster Collection.
• RARE PIERCED MASONIC TIN
  RARE PIERCED MASONIC TIN LANTERNThis Masonic lantern is a rare example of early tin work. Ontario, circa 1830. Excellent condition. Measuring, 14” height x 5" diameter. The Larry Foster Collection.
• PINE CORNER SHELFMeasuring, 14 1/2”
  PINE CORNER SHELFMeasuring, 14 1/2” height, 18” width at top. Ex. Bob Perkins Collection. Quebec, circa 1870. The Larry Foster Collection.
• STICK WINDSOR ARMCHAIRExcellent
  STICK WINDSOR ARMCHAIRExcellent condition with strong, original paint. The simple form mimics the early elegance of the Windsor period. From an old private collection in Wellington County (Southwestern Ontario), late 19th century. Measuring, 33 3/4" height x 19 3/4" width x 18 1/2" depth. Seat height, 17 1/2". The Larry Foster Collection.
• OAK SHOT BARRELThis small wooden
  OAK SHOT BARRELThis small wooden barrel has very early patina, lacking plug-cork. England, early 19th century. Measuring, 7 1/2” height x 4 1/2” diameter. The Larry Foster Collection.
• STAINLESS STEEL OBELISK
  STAINLESS STEEL OBELISK COLUMNFrom the Ivy Lea Bridge which joins Canada and the United States of America, on the Eastern Ontario side. It is stamped accordingly "United States" and "Canada". Dates to 1938 when the bridge was completed. It was removed in 1979 when restructure occurred. Shortly after which it was obtained privately. There would have been a second column - whereabouts unknown. Measuring, 69” height. Tapers from 5” to 7” from top to bottom. The Larry Foster Collection.
• EARLY SETTLE BED (BANC LIT)This bed
  EARLY SETTLE BED (BANC LIT)This bed was refinished likely in the 1950s and the surface has aged to a mellow state, in good condition. The settle bed was from Canada's early history, and used as a bench or a bed. First Quarter of the 20th century. Measuring, 37 1/2" height x 73 1/2" width x 18" depth. The Larry Foster Collection.
• EXCEPTIONAL CHERRY QUILT STANDThe
  EXCEPTIONAL CHERRY QUILT STANDThe stand showing very nice turnings, with the original iron bar and Regency embellishments. In perfect condition. Provenance: From an early Ontario collection, 1830-40. Measuring, 46" height x 42" width. The Larry Foster Collection.
• MAP OF THE MARITIMES BY CLARA
  MAP OF THE MARITIMES BY CLARA CAIEThe "Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island" map, artistically drawn by Clara Caie (1874-1955), granddaughter of ship owner Samuel Killan, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. The neatness, accuracy and penmanship is evident. This work was completed in April 1888; a pure gem that was passed through the family. Condition noted, foxing. Measuring, 15 1/2” height x 19 1/2” width (map, at sight). The Larry Foster Collection. Note: Clara Caie used her wealth to help the community that she loved dearly. Clara, along with Samuel’s daughters Sophia and Clara, were responsible for a variety of projects that enhanced Yarmouth, including, Coronation Park, Milton Library, the clock atop the new Milton #2 Engine House, land and financial support to Yarmouth hospital, financial support for Holy Trinity Anglican Church and enrichment activities for Greenville school, just to name a few. Clara was also a strong advocate for women’s rights and very active in several local and national women’s organizations. She truly made Yarmouth better with her generosity. Reference: Yarmouth County Museum and Archives, YMS-1-379L1.
• HALF MODEL SHIP DIORAMA"Alf
  HALF MODEL SHIP DIORAMA"Alf Holben", in original condition, half model with wooden sails and nice surface. It comes with a P.E.I. provenance while flying an American flag. Circa 1920. Measuring, 16 1/2” height x 26 1/2” width overall. The Larry Foster Collection.
• LARGE WOODEN HULL MODELMade for a
  LARGE WOODEN HULL MODELMade for a boat builder in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. It was built to scale and solidly constructed - six stage construction. Circa 1930. Provenance: From a boat collector near Chester, Nova Scotia. According to him, it was authenticated by the Marine Museum in Lunenburg. Measuring, 55” length, beam is 13”, height on stand 12”. Weight approx. 50 pounds. The Larry Foster Collection.
• FOLK PORTRAITS BY FANNY M.
  FOLK PORTRAITS BY FANNY M. HEWSONTwo oil on canvas by listed Nova Scotia folk artist Fanny Margaret Hewson (b. 1910, deceased) of River Philip, Nova Scotia. He is titled verso "Gentleman of Jen Eyck Family", and she is titled verso, "Lady of Jen Eyck Family". Each with artist's label verso, dated 1964. Signed lower right. Fanny was a character and it shows in her whimsical creations. Each measuring, 19 1/8" height x 11 3/8" width. The Larry Foster Collection.
• WEST COAST SPIRIT TOTEMWith
  WEST COAST SPIRIT TOTEMWith strong paint, in excellent condition. Mission (British Columbia), circa 1950. Measuring, 24” height, wing span 15”. Body is 2” x 3”. The Larry Foster Collection.
• LIFT TOP COMMODEWith a lift top
  LIFT TOP COMMODEWith a lift top door above one small drawer (left) and one blind door (right), in earlier overpaint. Measuring, 29" height x 33" width x 16 1/2" depth. Mahone Bay, Lunenberg County (Nova Scotia), circa 1880. The Larry Foster Collection.
• PAIR OF EXCEPTIONAL STAINED GLASS
  PAIR OF EXCEPTIONAL STAINED GLASS PANELSA pair of stained glass panels, the central heraldic crest that of the "Halifax Hotel". Of note, the lead work in the panels is a rare pyramid form, technique known to be used by none other than Frank Lloyd Wright. Condition noted: one crest has been professionally repaired in Montreal (Qc) to replace some loss to the central crest (panel shown on right, lower left of crest, around the letter H, for Halifax). Showing beautiful artistry, they were obtained near Fredericton, New Brunswick, circa 1890. Measuring, 89" height x 36” width. The Larry Foster Collection.
• ONE DRAWER STAND WITH
  ONE DRAWER STAND WITH SHELFOne-board top with original brass pull, nice old dark brown surface, with minor touch-ups. Nova Scotia, circa 1860. Measuring, 26" height, top 20” x 25 1/2”. The Larry Foster Collection.