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Collection of Carole Wahler | January 29, 2025

Wed, Jan 29, 2025 10:00AM EST
Lot 1

Rare Tennessee Federal Miniature Chest in Original Surface, Published

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

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attributed to Sullivan County, 1830 to 1850, retaining traces of early dark surface, walnut with poplar secondary, cut nail construction, turned feet, paneled back and sides, 12-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 10-1/4 in.

Provenance: Collection of Carole Wahler, Knoxville, Tennessee

Note: Illustrated in Young, Art and Furniture of East Tennessee, catalog number 110.

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Collection of Carole Wahler, Knoxville, Tennessee

good as found condition with surface losses and distress overall, shrinkage separation at top, minor loss at one rear foot back