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Fine Art & Decorative Works, Day 1

Fri, Sep 11, 2015 05:00PM EDT - Sun, Sep 13, 2015 05:00PM EDT
Lot 84

American Federal Paint-Decorated Pine

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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Lift-Top Blanket Chest 19th century, white pine boldly faux grain-painted with compass star, crescent and other geometric designs in yellow, open interior with walnut till, turned feet, 21 x 43 x 17-1/2 in. good condition overall, paint is fresh but appears to be original, top with slightly different character and some apparently induced dents and wear, other scattered abrasions, crack at backboard at one hinge. Provenance: Collection of James E. and Jane Mulkin, Bessemer, Alabama

Condition

good condition overall, paint is fresh but appears to be original, top with slightly different character and some apparently induced dents and wear, other scattered abrasions, crack at backboard at one hinge