Detail Photos of an African-American Concrete Sculpure of a Man and Woman

Detail photographs of a man and woman African-American made Folk Art Sculptures of Concrete. Early 20th c. if not earlier showing traces of original paint and considerable wear. I believe I first saw these sculptures, among others MANY years ago, and when i managed to return they apparently had been removed and purchased. Fortunately, this couple made their way to me. They are seated figures fishing (!) and quite large. Collection Jim Linderman / Dull Tool Dim Bulb

Large folk art Whirligig Fragment of a man sawing wood Sculpture which Survived.

A very large “fragment” from a traditional folk art whirligig of a man sawing wood. Likely the most common theme of hand built whirligigs. This fellow survived the outdoor weather, but the rest of the piece, which would have been of considerable size, is all that remains today. The man is approximately 18 inches long. Dull Tool Dim Bulb the Blog Archives.

Real photo Postcard of a make-do folk art Horse c. 1920

A perfect real photo postcard of a make-do folk art  horse.  I suspect the head comes from a stick horse…but it has been affixed to a box body. With tail.  I hope these lovely girls were able one day to own a real horse. Likely near Memphis, TN  RPPC Late 19th, early 20th Century.  Collection Jim Linderman /Dulll Tool Dim Bulb #make-do. #horsetoy. #folkart. #realphotopostcard #rppc

Handmade Handpainted Antique Postcard by Bill. Mailed 1913

Original hand painted postcard mailed from Long Island City to St, Joseph, Michigan in 1913. One of a set of four I have. "Bill" made others as well. Collection Jim Linderman / Dull Tool Dim Bulb #postcard. #handmade #bear

Rare early folk art drawing of John Brown Abolitionist. Collection Jim Linderman Dull Tool Dim Bulb

An extremely rare early hand drawn portrait of an historical figure. John Brown of Kansas. One seldom finds early drawings of controversial figures like the rebel abolitionist. Said possibly to be a ledger drawing with Native American origin, but I think it more likely A mid to late 19th century drawing made by a child being taught in a schoolroom. The caption reads “I will take the law into my own hands” and he certainly did, This ledger drawing measures 6" X 3.25".  Brown is identified along the right side of the paper. A controversial early piece. Folk Art Drawing of John Brown with caption. Mid to late 19th century. Crayon and pencil on ledger paper. Collection Jim Linderman / Dull Tool Dim Bulb. #john Brown. #abolitionist. #slavery. #folkart. #folkartdrawing. #dulltooldim bulb. #collectionjimlinderman

Beautiful restoration of Potter's Field Cemetary

It is an odd benefit, but as a walker it is a lovely benefit. Several years ago a rehabilitation project with dedication plaques appeared on my route. The newly dedicated “Potter’s Field” was beautiful. I’m not revealing the location, as privacy and quiet is to be preserved. I can say when the cemetery first opened, Lot 22, aka Potter's Field, was part of the original cemetery plot. The first burial was a cigar maker named Jeremiah Smith. He was originally buried in Potter's Field, on September 17, 1873. Smith drowned when a ship sank in Lake Michigan off the shores on September 15, 1873. His remains were later moved and currently rest in Block 28. When the relocation of the cemetery began, the city council offered reduced rate lots for "all those bodies removed and reburied by relatives and friends" to incentivize civilians to move loved ones themselves to the new cemetery. In just twelve years, Potter's Field was full. Nevertheless, burials of the unidentified and poor continued in other areas of the Cemetery. Almost all were buried with no fanfare or notice, though the cemetery thankfully kept records of each one. There are now 852 burials in the newly dedicated potter's Field. Although some records were lost in a fire, research suggests there may be as many as 1,400 buried in this plot. Hundreds and identified an /or now with respect, dates and more. Photos Jim Linderman / Dull Tool Dim Bulb #Cemetary #graves. #gravestones

Walter Baetz and his Gas Tank Outstanding Designed Vintage Toys

I tow this behind my car in case I spot any gas deals. So far, no luck. Manoil Brothers manufacturing 1930 - 1940 “pot metal” and made with a “slush” technique with and wooden wheels. Their sculptor was Walter Baetz and He created some amazing automobiles. Walter Baetz, perhaps the most distinctive dime-store toy products. I’ll show a few from the web. Manoil toy Gas tank on wheels. Collection Jim Linderman / Dull Tool Dim Bulb #vintagetoys.

Folk Art Carving of a pair of Wagon teams. Real Photo Postcard tinted by hand.

A really nice hand-tinted folk art set of carved figures sent in by follower of the blog Sam Gratton (instagram @distantlovergoods). Nice! #folkart. #woodcarving. #sculpture

Folky, Primitive Curt Teich vintage postcard from 1938

A folky, somewhat primitive old time religion postcard 1938. Surprisingly, this was a curt teich postcard, the company who produced countless colorful and lush postcards of the American scene and landscape. This hardly meets their standards, so I looked it up. Sure enough, anyone could hire curt teich to print submitted images for a cost. This one-man evangelist did, As I have only ever seen two copies, looks like his word didn’t spread much. Original 1938 curt teich postcard collection Jim Linderman / old time religion the blog. #vintagepostcard. #oldtimereligion #curtteich #dulltooldimbulb

Retro Party Napkin with Bad Taste but interesting Adornments

This retro risqué (and sexist) party napkin was sold in a set of eight in 1951. The others in the set weren’t con”figured” the same, but each has some kind of plastic bauble Attached to thin napkin paper. An interesting manufacturing technique. An example of the stuff which cluttered bars and new years parties during the 1950s. Mint cocktail napkin with plastic adornment. Collection Dull Tool Dim Bulb the Blog #partynapkins. #risque. #1950s.

UFO Original Photographs of Flying Saucers 1964

Trump thinks it's a big deal to release some crummy fuzzy photos of flying anonmolies? Here's some real flying saucers! Original photograph 1964 Collection Jim Linderman

Clock Inn Motel.

A Route 66 wonder, the Clock Inn Motel. File under places I would like to stay. It was in Oklahoma but all that is left is the big red sign, in a nearby antiques place. I guess they just stopped mowing the clock in the courtyard. For reservations call Victor. Original postcard from the 1950s- 1960s. Collection Jim Linderman / Dull Tool Dim Bulb

Early Folk Art Painting by Eva Rainville. Collection Jim Linderman

Untitled by Eva Rainville (Girl with Chaise Lounge) c. 1895 Collection Jim Linderman / Dull Tool Dim Bulb

Comic Book Ads for Child Labor

Those old comic book ads? Sell crap and win prizes using child labor. Hubbard House of Chicago tricked children into selling “religious plaques or mottos” door to door. Putting these fearful graphics on the back of comic books. They also operated as the FUNman company. Once you sold $8.40 world of mottos you could cash in with a $2.40 cent profit, or keep selling for PRIZES! They don’t indicate any prices. The company faded away due to Tightened Regulations in the 1950s.The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) began cracking down on "sell-to-win" schemes that targeted minors. New laws regarding "child labor" (even for door-to-door sales) and stricter truth-in-advertising standards made their aggressive "The World is on FIRE" marketing more difficult to sustain. Think of all the kids they cheated, scared and disappointed #oldtimereligion. #comicbooks. #scam. #childlabor