Gothic Rose Antiques & Curiosities

Happy Holidays!

2011-12-23T06:14:00.000-08:00

Halloween Extravaganza In Store Now

2011-08-12T22:34:00.000-07:00

Haunting Antique Decor, Masks, Capes, Cauldrons, Wigs, Bats, Spiders, Bones, Teeth, Skulls, Top Hats, Victorian Costumes, Ghost Mirrors, Handcuffs, Whips, Chains, Shackles, Dungeon Decor - all in store now.
Shop early for best selection!

SHOP MY BLOG!!

2011-06-18T09:31:00.000-07:00

Skulls and Victorian Ladies!

Devil Spoons and Baphomet

Eyeballs and Skull Rings!

Little Magic Box and Stone Spheres!

Jack the Ripper, Wax Headed French Mannequin!

Cage and Varmit!

Crowley Tarot, Herbs and Incense!

Alligator Feet, Wormwood and Nettle!

Blades and Mandrake!

Occult Books and Mysteries!

Cabinets Full of Oddities, Apothecary and Dungeon Decor!

Antique Domes!!

Masks, Bones and Monkeys!

Victrola Advertising Horn!

Ornate 19th Century Organ Top!

Thanks for shopping my blog, many new items arriving daily at the shop!
Just email if you spot something you want.

Winter in My Garden of Good and Evil

2011-02-22T19:32:00.000-08:00

Actually, my garden isn't really evil, just a little wicked!
I guess being snowed in and without power for 5 days wasn't too bad, I just missed opening my shop, that happens sometimes with the powerful winter storms we get up here in the mountains. Luckily my house is really dark and cozy with just candle and old oil lamp lighting and all the antique mantel clocks ticking away. All my old macabre taxidermy and skulls are really haunting in the dark, the butler did scare me once or twice though. I'm really glad I had a wood stove, a book light and the last of the True Blood books to read! And it's not over yet, I hear another winter storm is on the way this Thursday so call first before you head to the shop.

Happy Holidays!

2010-12-19T06:23:00.000-08:00

There is always added glam and glitter at Gothic Rose Antiques for for the Holidays! Take a look at some of the great shiny gothic flasks and unique vintage jewelry that has recently arrived at the shop. So cool! Still time to get that unusual gift like this Aurora Borialis Austrian Crystal Necklace or this German Anatomical Skull or an antique spotted cat taxidermy skin!"Meow! Please put me under your tree"

Striking Serpent Necklace

Earthy Chunks of local Quartz Clusters

Coffin Flask

Skull Hip Flask

To Die For Death Flask

Little Poison Flask

Majestic Antique Dress Clip

Old Goat Skull

Rare Cemetery Chic Victorian Coffin
click here to see more views, it is awesome!

And for lots more new arrivals go here

October Dark Art Creations and Haunting New Finds

2010-10-24T07:30:00.000-07:00

October is way to short, there needs to be two Octobers every year. It has come and is almost gone and I've been so busy at the shop helping customers with costuming and decorating, I haven't had time to create all the little haunting fantasy projects dancing around in my head. But here are a few and some fabulous recent vintage finds. Meet "Sssserpentina", my latest snake worshiper Hoodoo Conjure Doll. She is 28" long and comes with a little snake oil bottle, two snakes, three antique puncture pins and lots of character!

Mrs. P's Magic Box is an old cash box filled with all kinds of amusing magical novelties. The old box has Mrs. P. hand painted on the side. Email for more views if you want it.

A mysterious large framed print of one of my old Ouija Boards.

A smaller metal Magic Box with goodies, a rib bone and protective Hand of Glory amulet.

Haunting 19th century casket plaques

A rare wooden 1965 Zolar's Mystic Genii Board

A 1967 Tarot Wheel Board, never even seen one of these before!
Inquire for prices, these special items are all for sale!
Happy Halloween!

Dracula - THE EVENT of the Season

2010-09-28T07:29:00.000-07:00

THE EVENT of the Season is coming in October to Placerville.
Dracula, the motion picture and stage production will run through the month of October at Imagination Theater.

With plenty of authentic antique props from Gothic Rose Antiques!!
You won't want to miss this production, go to Imagination Theater for more info and tickets.

New arrivals to the shop and website include handmade hoodoo conjure dolls, haunting antique candle sticks, parlor furniture, new Halloween masks, capes, straight jackets (expected the end of this week) and more. Please click here to take a look.

Corsets, Thigh Highs and Fishnet Gloves

2010-06-02T06:40:00.000-07:00

Corsets, thigh high stockings and fishnet gloves have arrived at Gothic Rose Antiques. My working girls are all dressed up with nowhere to go so all the new and vintage finery they are wearing is for sale. The satin corsets are so fun, they all lace up in the back and cinch tight and are available in small and medium sizes. The thigh high stockings are made to be worn with or without a garter belt.

Little Devils

2010-06-01T07:53:00.000-07:00

Lots of little devils have arrived at Gothic Rose Antiques. Made in the USA from lead free pewter by a crafty German craftsman. Inspired by the devils popular back in the 1920's and 30's. To see more details go to my new arrivals

Two Great Announcements

2010-03-31T16:06:00.000-07:00

Newly found objects have been posted to Gothic Rose Antiques - to see 19th century apothecary bottles, vintage lab glass, griffins, The History of Orgies and much, much more... take a look

Come One, Come All to Sacramento's first Bohemian Ball, April 10th in Old Sacramento. For tickets and info go to www.bohoball.com We will be set up with a table of Wicked Wares for sale and tarot card readings by "Madame Know It All" that night. Should be great fun!

Unusual Gifts for Valentine's Day

2010-02-05T08:13:00.000-08:00

Take a tour of my store and you may find that unusual gift for him or her you have been looking for. Still plenty of time to shop for V Day! If you spot something in one of these photos, just email me, crystal@gothicroseantiques.com for more info and prices. Please click here to see more new arrivals posted on my website.
Have a wonderful Valentine's Day filled with Dark Romance!

"Vampire Rising"

2009-10-15T07:20:00.000-07:00

October is soooo inspirational! My latest Dark Art Creation is sure to conjure fantasies of the Netherworld! I call it "Vampire Rising" as this taxidermy bat appears to be rising from an abyss in three dimensional ethereal form.....a perfect addition to this time of the year!
Wicked Wares by Crystal

Happy Haunting!

2009-10-12T06:49:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year again! Been crafting and hunting, lots of haunting decor in at my shop, take a look at some fun New Arrivals
Hope you're having a wonderful Halloween Season!

"Oh Dem Bones, Oh Dem Bones...."

2009-08-21T09:26:00.000-07:00

What do you know, another Dark Art Creation finished! I named it after the Old Bones song we all learned as kids. This gigantic apothecary jar, 22" tall is filled with carefully placed skulls and curiosities and is quite pleasing to the eye and very haunting! Perfect for this time of year, a must have for your mantel. One of a Kind, Wicked Wares by Crystal

"A Haunting We Will Go!"

2009-08-19T05:57:00.000-07:00

One of my latest creations, "A Haunting We Will Go", the Smith Family is now ready to add a macabre mood to any room! In a blackened frame with old original wavy glass, this forlorn yet festive family brings a wry grin and chuckle to everyone that looks at it at my shop. 24" x 20", One of a Kind, Wicked Wares by Crystal - $195

Gearing up for Halloween at the shop and fabulous, fun, new masks have arrived! Here are just a few. They all tie on with a black ribbon so you can wear them or just add a special touch to any room!

Metallic Phantom of the Opera - $15

Red and gold Court Jester with bells and tiny tarot card motifs - $49

Enchanting Blue Feathered Empress Mask - $24

Blue and Gold Court Jester, so macabre with a black, high collar cape - $49

Whimsical Red and Gold Cat Mask - $29

A Magical Morning in My Secret Gothic Garden

2009-06-22T10:51:00.001-07:00

Roseville Antique Market

2009-04-18T06:04:00.000-07:00

I will be selling at the Roseville Antique Market this Sunday, April 19th from 8 am till 4 pm, on Oak St. in Roseville, CA. Vendors for this show will be coming from far and wide with all kinds of special treasures. This market is being hosted by The Tattered House in Roseville. Hope to see you there!

Handsome Griffin

2009-03-28T08:15:00.000-07:00

My website has been revamped! 40 New Arrivals including this handsome porcelain griffin from Fitz and Floyd have been posted. Take a look here

Have a great weekend and Happy Shopping!

Mysterious Millicent

2009-03-02T10:35:00.001-08:00

Meet Mysterious Millicent, my most recent creation. She is a very old mourning oil painting on canvas that I framed in a magnificent antique blackened frame. She got tired of years of mourning so I gave her a mask and now she is ready for the Masquerade Ball, still a bit forlorn though I'm afraid, but oh so haunting! She is available and could become an instant family member on your walls so email if you want her to live at your house....

Beatrice

2009-01-23T07:02:00.000-08:00

Meet Beatrice, a large, haunting 1920's bust I found at an antique faire recently. She was Dante's love interest way back when and inspired many of his famous writings throughout his life even though they both married other people. She was previously owned by Charles Gerhardt, famous conductor and producer who conducted many famous classic film scores including Star Wars. She was purchased from his estate sale after his death in 1999. Bittersweet!

Happy New Year!

2009-01-04T06:56:00.000-08:00

I was able to get away on a little hunting trip over the holidays and found this fabulous old robotic mannequin. She moved into my shop on New Years Day, fit right into the haunting atmosphere and has become a big hit already. From around the 1930's-40's, plug her in and she comes alive, moving her arms back and forth over the tarot cards while her head turns both ways. She looks like the Bionic Woman inside, full of old machine works and gears. She must have been a fortune teller back in the Good Old Days, I have never seen one like this before. She lives at my shop now so come visit often and ask for a demonstration.

More new arrivals from my recent trip are posted here and on the website.

Thanks for all your support and kind comments in 2008 and have a Wonderful New Year!

The Devil's Toolbox

2008-12-06T05:10:00.000-08:00

It has been a long time tradition to give the man of the house a new toolbox for Christmas....but sometimes untraditional gifts are more fun... How about surprising HIM with The Devil's Toolbox under the tree this year...

Overflowing with rare 19th century tools and otherworldly, unearthly delights, this antique toolbox is sure to put a big, wicked smile on his face!

Everything fits in nice and compact and the box locks up with an old Masters lock! Update - Sold to Brooklyn Girl in New York!

Lots more new arrivals have been posted on my website in the different categories, especially in Boudoir....take a look.

Happy Holidays!

A Rare Find!

2008-11-20T04:51:00.000-08:00

Look what I found in a crusty old box up in the rafters of my parents' garage - All handmade Victorian Tinsel Christmas ornaments. They must have been my grandmother's long ago. They look so amazing on the black Christmas tree at my shop.

October Nights

2008-10-29T07:46:00.000-07:00

October's Store Front Windows at Night

Oooooooo Spooooooky!

2008-10-25T07:32:00.000-07:00

All Hallow's Eve is fast approaching....

And remember, my antique bottles, jars and voodoo dolls can be custom, made to order..

Cool Jewels

2008-10-24T06:03:00.000-07:00

After revamping the jewelry display case at my shop yesterday, I decided to take some random shots of cool jewels and treasures for your viewing enjoyment. If you spot something you want, let me know....

Velma

2008-10-14T06:16:00.000-07:00

Meet Velma, once a poor, pathetic, plain Jane pin cushion doll, now altered into a Gothic Primadonna.. Her transformation took place yesterday with the addition of Victorian beadwork, old Chantilly lace, antique pearls, vintage ormolu, and a big black spider. Now she is ready for the holiday season, a new home and a Midnight Ball. If you want her, she is $135 (10-29-08 - update - Velma sold and will be on her way to New York shortly)

Wicked Halloween Decor and Costumes

2008-10-09T07:41:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween!

Lots of fun stuff now available at my shop for all your holiday decorating, come see! 484 Main St., Placerville, CA 530-295-0703

Wigs, capes, spider and bat jewelry, antique witches cauldrons, masks, haunting decor, you name it! All items in this post are for sale, inquiries welcome....

Fancy Witch Hats

Old Japanware pottery black cat bookends

Spider and skull jewelry

1920's antique book with lots of illustrations

One of my recent creations, small magic altar table, little 1940's table with applied wicked artwork

Hard to find BLACK spider webbing, one bag decorates a whole room - $5

Fingerless lace gloves

Fun Masks and vintage Ouija boards

Antique cauldrons of various sizes

Golden glitter cape

Bat jewelry

Gorgeous hooded spiderweb glitter cape

Oooo La La! Add this Marilyn Monroe wig to your Hollywood Glam costume...

Vintage cotton witch hat

Taking This Show on the Road!

2008-09-23T18:34:00.000-07:00

"Come see me and many more Wicked Wares this Saturday, Sept. 27th at the Halloween and Vine Show in Petaluma. I'm for sale so you can take me home if you want and I'll be a good little witch, I promise".

Also, new arrivals have been posted on the Gothic Rose Antiques website, take a look

Madame Know It All

2008-08-18T19:54:00.000-07:00

"Madame Know It All" made her presence known at my shop last Saturday night. The shop stayed open late along with the other merchants on Main Street for the second "Girls Night Out". It is becoming a popular event for the ladies and "Madame Know It All" was a big hit! The dressing room was tranformed into a magical private reading room. I'll be having her back in the store for more tarot card readings every third Saturday of the month from 1 pm till dusk - please tell your friends. She will also start bookings for parties and other enchanting events!
The Madame at work

The Madame's Chair

My latest creation - A Tarot Card Sign

THE BIRDS!!

2008-07-15T15:21:00.001-07:00

I got a call yesterday about a natural history collection being sold out of an old Victorian house. I was able to pick up some beautiful birds and other cute and bizarre critters and now they are available for you.......a few more are located on my New Arrivals page of the website as well as other goodies.... Decorating with the Dead is one of my many specialties, I feel sorry for them and try to find homes for them where they can finally rest in peace ... my ultimate trophy on the wall would be the head of the hunter that kills poor innocent creatures!

Very handsome vintage wood duck would be nice in the Gentleman's Den, 10" tall x 15" long - $145

Peaceful sleeping duck, 10"long - "I'm Going to a new home shortly"

Gorgeous exotic vintage Toucan, 14" tall on stand x 17" long - "I found a new home with Michelle in Utah"

Woody, 10" tall on stand - "I got a new home too, YEA!"

Sweet little quail type, 9" tall - $135

Single vintage shore bird, 7" tall - $125

Red parrot, beautiful and rare to find - "I arrived with no tail, but Crystal's scarlet macaw was kind enough to give me one of her feathers, but I still need a home. Check me out on the website with my new tail" - $225

Haunting Owl, 15" tall on stand - ("I found a new home, yea!")

Beautiful Blue Bird, 7 1/2" tall on stand - ("me too, I'm going to live with Diane")

Noisy Pitta Pitta, 5" tall x 8" long - "Diane is taking me too, I'm so happy"

Some kind of vintage Kingfisher, 10" tall on stand x 12" long - $165

Vintage Shore Birds mounted together - $225

A Little Side Trip

2008-06-30T11:40:00.000-07:00

Took a 3 day trip recently to Monterey area just to relax and watch the ocean sunset through big picture windows.....the added bottle of Vampire wine made things extra nice. Cool and overcast at the beach, a nice break from the heat.... Did a little antique shopping during the day and found some fun old things, now all for sale at my shop.....and I can't wait to take another trip to destinations unknown... This tall hand painted cupboard has fun scalloping and is very gypsy like in nature - $595

Golden cane back chair with faux leopard seat, great in any room - $225

Large Hand Clamp for letters or memos - $49

This old German Schoenhut child's piano is so precious and has the best artwork.... - $135

Boxes, Boxes and More Boxes

2008-06-25T18:10:00.000-07:00

Been working on lots of vintage boxes lately, altering them to make something a little more interesting..... Novelty Magic Boxes filled with lots of magical delights and conversation pieces..... Each one a little different and unique. This one above is a walnut burl with applied art...

This one is blackened inlaid wood with my favorite signature devil head applied and lots of curious little treasures all compact inside!

This one holds the Bohemian Gothic Tarot Deck quite nicely. It is a lovely deck with skull designs on the backside of each card. My Tarot Boxes can be sold with or without the cards...

This box accomodates the unusual Hermetic Tarot Deck

This box is a touch smaller and holds The Gypsy Witch Fortune Teller's Deck. All boxes and cards are for sale, so if you see something you like, just email for details or prices. See more new arrivals to my website

A new tour of my store - May 2008

2008-05-27T09:35:00.000-07:00

Did you spot little Elvira??? She is only about 2 1/2"....

Been so busy - embellishing top hats, hunting at Estate sales and street faires, making tarot card storage boxes and voodoo dolls, never ending projects... Luckily my people are walking into my shop with fun stuff to sell, saves me a few trips. If you spotted anything on this tour of the store you have to have, let me know.

On the Prowl

2008-03-07T06:05:00.000-08:00

Finally after a break in the weather, I was able to get out and do a little hunting. Don't get me wrong, I do love winter - the fog and dampness, snow and exciting thunder storms, the relief of less sunshine....but that all puts a damper on the street faires and antique shows. Last weekend I found some fantastic old gypsy collectibles...this gorgeous gypsy caravan drape is appliqued old silk and velvet with cord embroidery work. It measures about 6 feet wide x 5 feet high.
This antique dream book c. 1887 is a wealth of information.

I was thrilled to find this vintage deck of Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Cards, the older graphics in this deck are fabulous and all the cards are present.

This old dancer's costume is rich black velvet with vintage sequins and flesh netting. The half mannequin wearing the costume and the costume are for sale together as the costume is fragile from age. The cards and drape are also for sale but the book is going into my collection for now. Happy Hunting!

Girls Night Out

2008-03-01T06:14:00.000-08:00

The merchants in Old Hangtown stayed opened late last night for "Girls Night Out". This town has all kinds of fun events throughout the year. There was a fashion show at the bank and two ensembles from my shop were featured, "A Night at the Opera" and "The Gothic Bride". I took some fun photos of my model, Megan, before she hit the runway....

Megan is a natural beauty and very photogenic and she has an uncanny resemblance to Penelope Cruz! After the show, customers came in for some treats and a little late night shopping.....

By the way, Megan is available for modeling or photo shoots, contact me if you have work for her......

Feeling Crafty

2008-02-27T08:11:00.000-08:00

They say you should surround yourself with things you love and enjoy, whoever "they" are...... I enjoy being surrounded by darkness and anything to do with the magical arts, (makes me feel all warm and cozy). I search for old occult items, curios and oddities on my hunting trips to Estate sales, street faires, auctions and other antique shops. Of course, these things are hard to find so sometimes I end up crafting magical creations from a variety of vintage objects that I find. This little tin magic box used to be an old manicurist's kit. Now in a altered state, it contains more intriquing things like a antique vial of myrrh to burn while conjuring, an all seeing vintage taxidermy eye, pair of vintage dice, eye of newt, a real alligator claw, a chunk of Fool's Gold, a little crystal ball, paw of vermin, my version of love potion #9, and an old medicine bottle with faux strychnine! Great gift for the witchy woman in your life or just a fun novelty decor item!
The objects all fit nice and compact into the box which measures only 4" x 3" x 1" high. This little magic box is for sale if you are interested (Update - this little box sold already, but if you are interested in one similar, just contact me and I will create one just for you.)

My next latest creation is this Voodoo/Hoodoo Doll. It is 10" tall and created from scratch with real vintage human hair and adornments. It comes with two antique puncture pins and extra little black safety pins to attach personal items. This one is available and I have more of these dolls at my shop and on the curiosity section of my website, each one is different and can be made to order if you have an idea in mind. Email me if you are interested adding one to your altar. One just went to a new home in Canada. Sometimes when I am making them, I picture women with ex's in mind, and recently one of these women came into my store after just spending hours in mediation with her ex husband in the Court House across the street from my shop. Apparently her ex was a real SOB and a full time liar to boot. She was thrilled to find a doll like this and said she will be using it for her therapy!

Snakes and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails - that's what little boys are made of
For those of you that didn't see this jar on my old blog, I decided to post it again to share since it was such a special find. -- Last month I was at a tiny mountain flea market and came across this jar of goodies. It is an older large peanut butter jar filled with real snakes, snails, and puppy dog tails. The story of this jar goes like this; It was found in the rafters of an old man's garage. He said years ago after having 6 daughters, he wanted a son. He went to visit a local mountain woman and she made up a spell of sorts for him. This jar is part of the spell. Shortly after she gave him the jar, his wife became pregnant and had a son. Now his son is grown but gay and because his son ended up being gay, he didn't want that jar around anymore................so now the magical jar resides in my kitchen with the rest of my specimens......

A Tour of My Store

2008-02-21T05:30:00.000-08:00

A little random taste of fine macabre goods offered in my store....Thanks for touring, if you spotted anything you want, just let me know....and keep in mind, there is much, much more than what you see here, I carry something for everyone.... Victorian hats and vintage clothing, Estate and costume jewelry, mannequins, display cases, taxidermy, books, apothecary, alchemy, occult and medical collectibles, unusual antique carved furniture, feasting wares, oil paintings... the list goes on......if you are looking for something in particular, I'll try to find it for you!

Vintage Valentines

2008-01-11T04:36:00.001-08:00

"I'm staying at Crystal's shop right now but looking for a new home, can I be your special Valentine?"

Vintage Taxidermy Weasel - $225

These lovely old Valentines below were brought into my store recently. The fellow's mother collected vintage Valentines throughout the years and had these professionally framed. All but one have a typed label on the back with the date of the Valentine that is under the glass.

Three hearts with winged cherubs and roses, 24" x 9", c. 1915

$95

"To My Sweetheart" & "With Love's Greeting", 11" x 13", c. 1909

$95

Fold out Heart, 12" x 15", c. 1915

$95

"My Love to Thee", 26" x 9"

$95

"You can love me on Valentine's Day!"

Old Taxidermy Crow - $295

Enchanting Winter Garden

2008-01-10T05:55:00.000-08:00

A visitor in the aftermath of the brutal California storms we just had, no power for 3 days, ugh!

Under normal circumstances, I would be watching the sun set from this deck

The weatherman was right this time, the storm was a monster but it left me with a beautiful nighttime scene and an enchanting winter garden....

Off to the Masquerade

2008-01-04T12:52:00.000-08:00

"To dream of a festive masquerade ball predicts a surprise opportunity which could secure your future if you can summon up the courage required to latch on to it......"

I love collecting old masks, costuming and helping people come up with just the right outfit for their next Masquerade Ball, historical event or fantasy evening. I have lots of vintage hats for sale at my shop that I have embellished with interesting adornments making them much more exciting than they were to begin with. Many of the old Victorian men's top hats and bowlers were so small back in the day, that they are just the right size for the bold woman of today....

Embellished Victorian Top Hat - $165

This is my latest creation, a crown I crafted from Victorian jet and carnival glass beadwork. I found lots of these old beads at my mother's house last time I went to Texas. I knew I would eventually conjur up something fun and wicked with them....

Beaded Crown - $325

Add an antique monkey fur collar and become a 1920's Burlesque Queen!

Antique Monkey Fur - $95

I carry all sorts of masks for sale at my shop year round, new and vintage, these Opera Ball masks seem to be quite popular....

Opera Ball Mask - $22

Add a cape to this Midnight Casanova mask and turn your man into a Phantom of the Opera just for one enchanting evening..he'll love it!

Casanova Mask - $32

This fanciful velvet masquerade mask comes in red, purple, black or white, all with rich gold trim

Velvet Masquerade Mask - $33

" Meow!"

Kitty Mask - $19

This fun old macabre pottery mask adorns my office wall

Rare 19th century screen mask from my private collection. This mask had been in the same family of Masons for five generations
Bizarre but Beautiful

Mad Hatter's Tea Party

2008-01-02T20:39:00.000-08:00

I recently did a little shopping with Diane at Pandora's Parlor and now my feasting table looks like the Mad Hatter's Tea Party!

Malice and the hog..."Off with his head!"

Some of Diane's best pets now have a new dark and cozy home....

Unfortunately, the fish ended up as fish head soup!