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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Apr 7

Life is compared to a journey, a river, or a book, but perhaps a more vivid and metaphor for life is a kaleidoscope — constantly shifting, full of color and never quite the same.

Join the Hunt! Next stop: Cambridge, MA! 👉 HuntEstateSales.com.

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Mar 27

Sometimes the house has to be empty… YESTERDAY!

THIS is how we do it!

📞 the best movers in Boston #michaelsmovers

Have the great #MckenzieHowarthRealEstate as the 🚂

Happened so fast! Psyched I had #ChristinePetterson to 📸!

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Mar 10

But the jury is still out here! This sculpture conveys a hug, or what I theorized as a hug, seen as hands interlocking…

Any thoughts? 10% off for any legitimate leads or funny comments.

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Mar 10

Last week we got a call from a shopper, he used to work at the Fuller Craft Museum and was able to identify two unknowns for us, including the tall bottle form vase, and the salt shaker, by Seth Nagelberg of Nail Mountain Studio. Thank YOU!

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Feb 26

“I feel as if I should sometime attain a precise notion of the meaning of nature’s most beautiful display”.

This concept seems challenging…

But then again, I already know the I already.

Wanna guess?

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Estate Sales!

This virtual event drops Friday, 2/28 at 10 am at HuntEstateSales.com.

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Feb 19

I have a problem! I see a cherub bum and I have to snap a picture. 😂😂😂

As seen at a consultation yesterday.

Interested? Stay tuned! Our next event goes LIVE 2/28 at 10AM!

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#estatesaleland #cherubs #angelbutt #paintedceiling #ilovemyjob

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Feb 10

Knock knock!

Next up! 2/28 in Newton, MA!

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Feb 4

Jim’s resourceful…

When push comes to shove, we do what we have to do with whatever we have on hand!

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Jan 15

Rugs tell a story, they bring a floor to life. An undeniable asset, if not a bit of pageantry that instantly enhances your decor.

These timeless, theatrical and bold pieces should not be defined as decorative accessories, but as full-fledged participants.

Shop it NOW at HuntEstateSales.com!

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Jan 14

Welcome to the Hunt! Our events are virtual, no need to wake up with the cows or wait in line, shop online 24/7.

Shipping and delivery available!

Catch this pony in our Red Carpet Event - at HuntEstateSales.com!

#estatesale #bostonma #carouselhorse #treasurehunt

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Jan 13

This rare promotional I Love Lucy doll was produced in 1953, by Character Doll Corp. New York, NY.

It was never sold commercially, it was featured in stores as a promotional contest prize by Phillip Morris, one of the show’s sponsors.

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I Love Lucy Doll, Character Doll Corp. New York, NY. - Hunt Estate Sales

Rare promotional I Love Lucy doll. Produced in 1953, this doll was never sold, it was featured in stores as a promotional contest prize by Phillip Morris, one of the show’s sponsors. Lucy’s costume fe...

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Jan 12

Levi Strauss’s website has a “Heritage” tab - let’s debunk it!

The logo, two horses pulling a pair of pants was first used in Levi’s marketing in 1886.

The world’s most famous jeans brand took liberties from Sweet-Orr.

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Period Tug of War Advertisement for Sweet-Orr by Herbert Meyer - Hunt Estate Sales

Still making workwear, Sweet-Orr’s first pair of overalls were made in Wappingers Falls, New York, 1871. These off the shelf garments were the dream of founder James Orr, known as “Uncle Jim”.Uncle Ji...

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Jan 10

We’re LIVE ONLINE!

Find SEVEN estates, seven personalities, seven unique POV in this STAR STUDDED collection.

This collection hits every genre, enjoy the classics, the drama, comedy, action, romance, fantasy and history that make this a red carpet affair!

Shop NOW at HuntEstateSales.com!

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 27

Details of a turn of the century pine stepback cabinet from a Chestnut Hill estate - coming soon to HuntEstateSales.com.

Want early access? Exclusive coupons? PM us your email address.

#estatesale #stepbackcupboard #newtonma #shopboston #virtualevent #skiptheline #youneverknowwhatyoullfind

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 26

Gearing up to drop a multi-estate event featuring a collection of important Chinese artists, seen here a detail of a peacock with open feathers by Zhang Shuqi (1900-1957).

#estatesale #zhangshuqi #peacock #symbolofhappiness #christmaseveryday #estatesaleland #comingsoon #staytuned #happyhunting

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 16

Found this beauty in the attic. It was wrapped from the cleaner.

Coming soon…

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 13

This trunk was locked for decades; there was a collection of dresses inside. 👀👀👀

Details coming soon!

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 11

Best part is you CAN have them hanging in you home! Sale drops 1/10. Can I add you to our mailing list?

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 10

Details to follow, PM your email address to get early access and exclusive coupons.

#estatesale #chinesecalligraphy #tangdynastypoems #guosongtao #chinesediplomat #chinesescholar #dontgetlost #themoreyouknow #jointhehunt #estatesalefinds #estatesalecompany #huntestatesales #happyhunting

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 10

The calligraphy was written by Guo Songtao (郭嵩焘, 1818–1891) a prominent Chinese diplomat, scholar, and writer during the late Qing Dynasty. He is best known for being one of the first Chinese officials to travel abroad and for his contributions to Chinese diplomacy in the 19th century.

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Dec 10

Working on an event that needs translation; can’t express how grateful we are for the support from our community.

These panels are Tang dynasty poems by two poets.

“Moss grows on the three paths, bathed in white dew.”

“The moonlight and the sound of the river are shared by one building.”

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Nov 21

And post-it notes (and junk drawers)

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Nov 21

Behind every door there is….

Your answer in the comments!

I’ll start! Behind every door there is a story, a unique narrative waiting to be discovered.

Sneak peek of an upcoming event!

#estatesale #behindeverydoor #whatsnext #brooklinema #treasurehunt #onthehunt #huntestatesales #happyhunting

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Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Nov 20

During WWII there was a shortage of cream-colored boxes. The supplier resorted to what they had left. It happened to be orange.

Generations of boxes have followed!

#iloveastory #huntestatesales #happyhunting

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Nov 20

This warm citrus tone is synonymous with Hermès.

But did you know how this became their color? Better yet did you know and that I love a story?!

The Hunt continues! Give a follow to find out!

#sneakpeek #estatesale #hermes #orangeismyfavoritecolor #themoreyouknow #bostonshopping

Maggie Hobbs, Hunt Estate Sales @huntestatesales.bsky.social · Nov 20

This warm citrus tone is synonymous with Hermès.

But did you know how this became their color? Better yet did you know and that I love a story?!

The Hunt continues! Give a follow to find out!

#sneakpeek #estatesale #hermes #orangeismyfavoritecolor #themoreyouknow #bostonshopping