SPECIAL SHOW: A FLOCK OF BIRDS (and some other whimseys)
Recently, we were asked to handle a very special collection of Iroquois whimseys. The Collier collection of whimseys is notable for the extremely high quality of the pieces, especially the birds. This is without question one of the largest and best assemblages of Iroquois whimsey birds in private hands, and represents a unique opportunity for collectors to pick and choose from an incomparable selection. By seeing so many birds together at one time, it is easier to appreciate the variations in wing and tail beading, perch design, and bead and fabric colors. This collection is also quite strong in mini birds, which are more difficult to find than their full-size compatriots. At Turkey Mountain Traders, our previous record for birds in inventory at one time had been ten. As you can see, we've beaten that mark quite easily. It is the largest and finest group of birds any of us are likely to see, and we are proud to be able to offer them to you. There are others in the collection as well, so if you are looking for a particular color, size or shape, let us know and we will check to see if we have something that would work. All items are sold on a first come, first served basis, so if you are interested in an item, please call or email as soon as possible. If you have questions about a specific piece, please give us a call at (480) 423-8777. To see a larger picture of an item, just click on the thumbnail photo. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL BIRDS MEASURE APPROXIMATELY 8" IN LENGTH.
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Whimsey bird with 2 mouth berries and a perch with 4 berries, "1903". Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/24)
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Heart-shaped pincushion with a bird on a branch, c. 1918. Excellent condition and very good color. 7" x 7". SOLD (BD CC/4A) Inquire/Order |
Mini whimsey bird with blue beads and a perch with two red berries, c. 1915. 5 1/2" long. Excellent condition. $295 (BD CC/42) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with 2 mouth berries and a perch with 3 berries, "1923". The latest dated bird of this type we have ever seen. Excellent condition. $595 (BD CC/64)
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Large 3-lobe heart pincushion with a squirrel and horse, "Souvenir 1910". A truly great whimsey with a rare depiction of a horse. Good condition--some slight fabric damage. 10" x 10". SOLD (BD CC/11) Inquire/Order |
Whimsey bird with blue beads, two mouth berries and a perch with two berries, "1901". Very good condition. $395 (BD CC/69) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with 2 mouth berries and a perch with 3 berries, "1909". Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/38)
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Whimsey hanging box with birds, "1911". Excellent condition. 5" x 4" x 4". SOLD (BD CC/20) Inquire/Order |
Whimsey bird with gold and yellow beads, 2 mouth berries and a perch with three berries, "1907". Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/65) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with two pink mouth berries and a perch with two pink berries, "Bird". C. 1910-15. Very good condition. $495 (BD CC/60)
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Whimsey sewing kit with two beavers and "Souvenir", c. 1915. Excellent condition, and a rare form to be done with animals. 6 1/2" x 4" folded. SOLD (BD 2457) Inquire/Order |
Whimsey bird with green beads and a perch with three berries, "1904". Unusual blue feet. Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/63) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with one mouth berry and a perch with four berries, "1901". Unusual red beads. Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/29)
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An absolutely unique whimsey canoe with a flag and "Sweet Rose 1905". Excellent condition. 8" long. SOLD (BD 2456) Inquire/Order |
Mini whimsey bird with red and clear beads, one mouth berry and a perch with two berries, c. 1915. 6" long. Excellent condition. $350 (BD CC/48) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with gold beads and a sequin collar, two mouth berries and a plain perch, "1899". One of the oldest birds in the collection. Very good condition. $395 (BD CC/79)
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Whimsey boot with outrageously heavy beaded flowers, "1902". Excellent condition. 8" x 6". SOLD (BD CC/6A) Inquire/Order |
Whimsey bird with 1 red mouth berry and perch with 2 red berries, ".20" (1920 in shorthand). Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/28) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with green beads, a wonderful white beaded collar and a perch with two pink berries, "1909". Excellent condition. $425 (BD CC/35)
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A large 3-lobe heart pincusion with a cat, rabbit and squirrel all living in harmony, c. 1910. As charming a whimsey as we have seen. Very good condition. 9" x 10". SOLD (BD CC/12) Inquire/Order |
Whimsey bird with white beads, two mouth berries and a perch with two berries, "1901". Very good condition. SOLD (BD CC/66) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with clear beads, two pink mouth berries and perch with 3 berries, "BIRD". Circa 1900-1905. Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/67)
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Shocking pink whimsey boot with a fox (?), c. 1915. Very good condition. 7" x 5". SOLD (BD CC/13) Inquire/Order |
Tuscarora-style whimsey bird with perch and two small berries, c. 1900. Tuscarora birds generally have their wings upraised, while Mohawk-style birds have their wings flat or down. Very good condition. 6" long. $295 (BD CC/40) Inquire/Order |
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Whimsey bird with clear beads and two mouth berries, "1903". Unusual all-sequin collar. Excellent condition. $325 (BD CC/56)
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Whimsey pincushion with an eagle and flags, c. 1900. Slightly smaller and better-made than most of this type. 8" x 6". SOLD (BD CC/3) Inquire/Order |
Tuscarora-style whimsey bird with a mouth berry and perch with two small berries, c. 1900. Tuscarora birds generally have their wings upraised, while Mohawk-style birds have their wings flat or down. Very good condition. 6" long. $295 (BD CC/46) Inquire/Order |
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Mini whimsey bird with gold beads, two mouth berries and perch with two berries, "1904". Very good condition. $350 (BD CC/43)
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Whimsey heart with a wonderfully colorful bird, c. 1918. Excellent condition. 7" x 7". SOLD (BD CC/4C) Inquire/Order |
Probably the wildest whimsey bird we have ever seen. Green beads, an elaborate clear collar, one mouth berry, a perch with elaborate netting and two berries and the only example we have ever seen with two berries on the hanger. "Bird", c. 1905. Excellent condition. SOLD (BD CC/49) Inquire/Order |
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