Premier Auction - Session II - February 4, 2023
Sat, Feb 4, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 967
American Paint Decorated Lift Top Chest
Estimate: $600 - $900
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
19th century, underside of lid inscribed "L. Reem 1802 Elizabethtown", pine throughout, dovetailed case with lidded till, on turned feet, fine sponged paint decoration in shades of ochre, ebonized moldings and feet, 29-1/2 x 49-1/2 x 22-1/2 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, Middleburg, Virginia
Condition
paint is good overall, with bumps and wear at moldings, some possible retouch to ebonizing, typical shrinkage to top with some minor wear and paint losses
