Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Premier Auction - Session II

Sat, Sep 11, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 988

Rare American Pilgrim Century Oak Lift Top Chest

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

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

Massachusetts, late 17th century, hinged top with battened ends, interior till, paneled front and sides, oak with pine secondary, unusually small size and fine condition, old dry surface with some traces of blue gray paint, 24 xÿ19 x 45-1/2 in., case width 43 in.

Provenance: Peter Eaton Antiques, purchased August 2012, for $15,000 (accompanied by copy of receipt); Private Texas Collection

Condition

excellent overall condition, scattered minor pest damage, some slight water damage at foot bottoms, minor cracks at wooden hinges, typical minor warping and shrinkage cracks to top, lacking lock, other scratches and wear consistent with age and use

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