Emporium Auctions
Thu, Sep 9, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 197
Large Oak Slant Lidded Tabletop Box
Estimate: $200 - $400
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 |
British, 18th century, possibly a bible box, hinged lid with applied brass tacks forming initials "W.T", opening to shelved interior compartment with two drawer recesses, one drawer present, iron lock and hinges, 10-3/8 x 21-1/4 x 13-3/4 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, North CarolinaCondition
scattered surface scratches and bumps, some water stains to top, crack to hinged panel through one hinge, crack and large separation to bottom panel, chip to one corner, some looseness to dovetail joinery at one corner, some rust and corrosion to iron elements, interior shelf slightly loose and warped (one corner detached from back panel), one drawer likely missing, lock pin/close mechanism missing
