Every Arts & Crafts collector has something of special interest:  an unmarked chair or vase you have never been able to identify, that important 'first piece' you found years ago, a kitchen you just remodeled or a pillow you hand-embroidered.

Your neighbor next door might not fully appreciate it, but your Arts & Crafts friends will.

Here at ArtsandCraftsCollector.com we have created a special feature called "Show & Tell." Send us a picture or two, perhaps a 'before' and 'after,' or a full frame shot and a close-up, then tell us something about it. If you are looking for more information or an identification, one of our readers may be able to help you with it.

Hope you enjoy this feature here at ArtsAndCraftsCollector.com.

--Bruce Johnson

Parents Estate	Feb 14, 2012
So I am liquidating parents estate after it has been in storage for over a year now. Their house was massive (10,000 sq. ft. +) and I dont remember where half of this furniture was. So I am looking at some of this just trying to get an ideal to sale, keep or donate. Any help would be great. Now he was a home builder and I grew up trimming houses and building cabinets and build my kids furniture, so I know craftsmanship and I fear if I sale my kids will never see what it looks like. If I keep I need a bigger house. The Drop Lid or Front Desk has only one stamp or marking on that I can see ay it is simply the numbers 1302.
	by Joshua Wells

Stickley Table?	Feb 8, 2012
Quarter cut oak, original finish. Size 26” x 26” W x 25 3/4” H. Thru-posts legs and cross-stretchers like table Stickley Brothers #2832. No. 741 printed under top. Great look and condition but who made it?
	by ric smith

Candlesticks by whom?	Feb 8, 2012
A very interesting pair of candlesticks and wondering if anyone can identify a maker? Brass and dark metal with wood inserted in the brass holder. 5 1/2 inches tall.
	by ric smith

Golden Gumbo - Digging George Ohr's Famed Clay	Feb 6, 2012
To see the complete story of Bill Clark and Dick Moran's 'Golden Gumbo' adventure follow the link below. http://artsandcraftscollector.com/collectors_guide/golden_gumbo_digging_george_ohr_s_famed_clay Image 1: Bill Clark digging the same vein of clay as George Ohr dug 100 years earlier. Image 2: Headed home with their "golden gumbo".
	by Alex Fisher

Golden Gumbo - Digging George Ohr's Famed Clay	Feb 6, 2012
Image 1: Dick Moran headed up the river. Image 2: A view of the Tchoutacabouffa River.
	by Alex Fisher

Golden Gumbo - Digging George Ohr's Famed Clay	Feb 6, 2012
Image 1: Dick Moran holding a new piece of Clark House Pottery in front of a display of antique George Ohr pottery. Image 2: Bill Clark and Dick Moran preparing to launch their boat in the Tchoutacabouffa River.
	by Alex Fisher

Can you indentity?	Jan 22, 2012
Purchased this unmarked oak rocker at auction. Would like to know if anyone can help identify possible makers or dates. Is Limbert a possibilty?
	by Wayne Foster

Has anyone ever seen a similar piece?	Jan 21, 2012
Here's a pic of a desk I've owned for a few years. I've tried to do a bit of research on it, but have turned up nothing. It's really unusual, in that it doesn't resemble anything I've seen before within the arts and crafts realm, or the gothic realm, which both seem to inform its odd design. It doesn't seem to have any markings or tags, but is obviously made with solid oak. The drawers appear to be solid maple, with champered bottoms. Any input would be greatly appreciated!
	by Suzette Sundae

Unknown A&C Rocker??!!	Dec 15, 2011
A&C Rocker from one of readers. Any idea on who this could be? Thanks, Steve! "The pictures are of a rocker I've owned for at least 15 years. I had it upholstered in a natural flax material at the time I purchased it. The rocker was only the frame when I bought it. There is a label that is no longer present but you can clearly see the outline, it's 1" x 3". The design is quite sophisticated, through tenon and keyed, large pegs/pins at the end of the arms where they attach at the back, no other pins, but is overall very tight. The top of the back is pyramided, there is a trapezoid opening both below the arm and above the rockers. It's made of thick oak planks, not much flaking but nice grain. Also, the cleats under the cushion are different than I've seen, running the length of the underside and attached with large screws. If you have any idea of the maker I'd love to hear back." Any thoughts?!
	by Alex Fisher

Unknown Table!	Dec 15, 2011
A fun table from another reader! Any thoughts? Thanks, Todd! "I picked up this fantastic table and don’t have a clue as to who may have made it. Very heavy! Most boards are made up from 1 7/8 solid stock. The foot is all machined out of that solid board not attached with real tenons on the sides. Strange joinery on the lower shelf. Any help would be appreciated!"
	by Alex Fisher