spoke with john fondrisi (jr)

http://center.spoke.com/info/pCxnG9B/JohnFondrisi

a couple of years ago about this work and he indicated the artist

may be his grandfather or father, I do not recall which.

The work depicts a parade in which six indian braves are being hustled out of the picture by a troupe of nine cavalry buglers and a cymbaleer, closely followed by three bulky cowboys mounted on dark, pale and red horses, and bringing up the rear, the drum majorette leading the rest of the parade. Oddly, only a single hand is raised amongst the large crowd and the sea of hats all at anchor. Vigorous brush strokes, vibrant colors.

minor damage to frame and edge of painting

piece is at another location can get more info if needed

It belonged to my dad. The organ was almost black because it had so much finish on it . A man restored it for him in 1984. Now it is a beautiful natural wood color. It  will play but needs to be tuned.

Its very unique looking and I know that it needs to be cleaned. I would like to know, what this was used for? and if it is worth anything?

hand-painted lake trees scene on china vase, 13" tall, heavy gilded neck and two handles, W Pickard - signed by E Challinor

I have no known information on this. I believe the rear stamp states "Made in Belgium"