A collection of True Treasures that make us think...
"Where Else?"
With hundreds of New Arrivals coming through our door weekly, we can only list a small selection of the best on our website. This is a collection of some of our current favorites: one-of-a-kind and rare finds that are full of the character that Grandview Mercantile is known for.
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Antique Brass 3 Light Chandelier with Etched Glass Shades
Dated to antiquity, this stylish chandelier provides a splash of bygone appeal with its polished brass construction and exquisite detailing. This chandelier features an arrangement of three bulbs mounted on curvaceous, downward hanging arms and is suspended from the ceiling via a single pole body cast with a fetching spiral design. Each of this chandelier’s lights are housed within etched glass shades that beautifully diffuse light, inviting a warm glow to spread throughout the traditional or modern living arrangement.
This chandelier is amongst hundreds of pieces of lighting that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Art Nouveau 5 Light Chandelier with Aurene Gold Glass Trumpet Shades
Made in the United States, this chandelier showcases a classic, Art Nouveau styling that is perfectly exemplified through meticulously cast detailing and an elegant, polished nickel construction. This chandelier accommodates five hanging lights with each bulb sheltered beneath beautiful, iridescent Aurene glass trumpet shades in gold.
This chandelier is amongst hundreds of pieces of lighting that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Antique Brass 2 Light Chandelier with Aurene Blue Glass Trumpet Shades
SOLD
Dated to antiquity, this fanciful chandelier showcases a refined brass construction that has maintained a brilliant finish and adds a well-loved piece of nostalgic lighting to the living space. This chandelier features two hanging bulbs housed in beautiful, iridescent Aurene blue glass trumpet shades, each shade’s rich color and hue beautifully complementing this chandelier’s exquisite cast detailing.
This chandelier is amongst hundreds of pieces of lighting that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage NICODEMUS POTTERY “Blue Box” Ashtray
$195.00
Dated vintage to 1940, this rare ashtray by Nicodemus Pottery was originally created for Blue Box Corrugated in Columbus, Ohio as a piece of fine advertising. This ceramic ashtray is glazed in glossy, translucent tones of rust and light blue and has been stamped and stickered with Nicodemus’ studio insignia, ensuring its authenticity.
About the Artist:
Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) was a Columbus, Ohio potter, sculptor, and teacher known for his small clay birds, as well as other wildlife, teapots and pitchers. His pieces are recognizable as being produced with variously colored translucent glazes, which enhanced the redness of the high iron content of Ohio clay to create a russet brown undertone. Nicodemus earned a degree from Cleveland Art School and then went on to teach at Dayton Art School and Wittenberg College. In 1932, he became dean at the Columbus College of Art and Design and later taught at The Ohio State University and served as president of the Columbus Art League. All of Nicodemus' molds and glazes were destroyed upon his death at his request.
This ashtray is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
JOANNE MILLER RAFFERTY Original Abstract Mixed Media on Paper
$4,295.00
This large scale, mixed media painting on paper by American artist Joanne Miller Rafferty depicts an abstracted, mountainous landscape against neutral tones of beige and earth. Contemporary in its execution and stylings, this painting details an active, yet controlled aesthetic with hues of metallic color painted in drips, washes, and thick, impasto brush strokes. This original mixed media painting is presented in a metallic silver framing and is signed by the artist along the bottom center of the paper.
This mixed media is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage Hand Carved Oversized Clothespin Folk Art Sculpture
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Dated vintage, this sculpture depicts an oversized clothespin and was originally purchased from the folk art collection of The Black Keys frontman, Dan Auerbach. This tall, freestanding sculpture is heavily patinated throughout to reflect its rustic inspirations and has been left unsigned by the unknown artist.
This sculpture is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
EDWIN AND MARY SCHEIER Ceramic “Jonah and the Whale” Bowl
$1,800.00
This ceramic bowl by American potters Edwin (1910-2008) and Mary Scheier (1910-2007) offers a stylized representation of a classic Biblical parable, depicting the prophet Jonah resting in the belly of a large fish. Revered as central figures behind the American pottery revival that comprised part of the mid-century modern design movement, the Scheiers worked independently and collaboratively, producing award-winning work over a number of decades at their studio in Durham, New Hampshire. This modest, yet inspiring bowl is crafted with an earthy, dark gradient glaze and has been signed on its underside by the artists.
This ceramic bowl is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Antique Victorian 10 Karat Vermeil Lorgnette with 14 Karat Gold Frames and Diamond Starburst
$1,795.00
A stunning fashion accessory popular in days of yore, this antique Victorian lorgnette features a highly decorative 10kt vermeil handle, accented with a diamond starburst. The spectacles, featuring 14kt yellow gold frames, fold and conceal within the handle, released by a subtle button on the side. Popularized by high society, the lorgnette was used to improve vision without sacrificing appearance, as it was considered unbecoming for women to wear spectacles at the time of their creation. This ornate relic is a gorgeous example, maintaining high society sensibilities.
This lorgnette is amongst hundreds of antiques that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
MIKIMOTO Tahitian Pearl Adjustable Station Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
$4,995.00
By the illustrious Mikimoto, this unique 18kt gold necklace features nine total Tahitian pearls, one of which serves as an adjustable stopper at the clasp. The eight pearls that are the stars of this necklace are able to be adjusted by simply pulling the chain through, creating limitless options for wear. A unique ring clasp closes around the chain, stopped by the ninth pearl that is similarly adjustable. A fabulous, versatile addition to any jewelry collection!
This necklace is amongst hundreds of pieces of fine jewelry that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
JAMES YOKO (1916-2004) “Still Life with Bottle” Original Acrylic on Canvas
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This original acrylic on canvas painting by Ohio regionalist artist James Yoko (1916-2004) depicts an unrecognizable “still life” with sprawling borders of bright azure blue attempting to reign in chaotic, colorful forms that have been wildly strewn about the composition. A central figure within the Dayton, Ohio art scene, Yoko was a prolific artist throughout his lifetime and gifted over 700 paintings to the Dayton Art Institute upon his death in 2012, making his paintings now highly prized for their rarity. This painting is housed in a simple, painted wood frame and has been signed and dated to 1982 in the lower right hand corner of the canvas by the artist, with additional signature, dating, and medium information en verso.
Other works by Yoko available, sold separately.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage JAMES YOKO (1916-2004) “Gypsy Dance” Original Acrylic on Canvas
Dated vintage, this original acrylic on canvas painting by Ohio regionalist artist James Yoko (1916-2004) depicts a fractal, abstract composition, with splintering forms in orange and red dancing through an ethereal landscape of bright green. Yoko, a central figure within the Dayton, Ohio art scene, was a prolific artist throughout his lifetime and gifted over 700 paintings to the Dayton Art Institute upon his death in 2012, making his paintings now highly prized for their rarity. This painting is housed in a simple, painted wood frame and has been signed and dated to 1963 in the lower right hand corner of the canvas by the artist.
Other works by Yoko available, sold separately.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
JAMES YOKO (1916-2004) “Landscape with Figures” Original Abstract Acrylic on Canvas
This original acrylic on canvas painting by Ohio regionalist artist James Yoko (1916-2004) depicts a wild landscape of color-filled forms. Heavily abstracted figures linger throughout the composition, their silhouettes hidden under stripes and bright hues of shape and color. A central figure within the Dayton, Ohio art scene, Yoko was a prolific artist throughout his lifetime and gifted over 700 paintings to the Dayton Art Institute upon his death in 2012, making his paintings now highly prized for their rarity. This painting is housed in a simple wood framing and has been left unsigned by the artist, but dated to 1986 on the backside of the canvas.
Other works by Yoko available, sold separately.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.