Collection of Carole Wahler | January 29, 2025
Wed, Jan 29, 2025 10:00AM EST
Lot 70
Signed Early South Carolina Paint Decorated Yellow Pine Mule Chest
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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 |
probably Laurens, South Carolina, mid 19th century, possibly made by Andrew Jackson Monroe, inside drawer facings signed "Monroe" and possible dated 1852, heavy yellow pine construction throughout, hinge lid with open interior over two dovetailed long drawers, unusual paint decoration with ochre graining and blue green stripes set on original bracket feet, 43 x 43 x 22-1/4 in.
Provenance: Collection of Carole Wahler, Knoxville, Tennessee
Note: Carol Wahler's file on this object suggests Andrew Jackson Monroe as a possible maker. Genealogical information accompanies the lot.
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Collection of Carole Wahler, Knoxville, Tennessee
original paint with surface wear and losses (possibly dry scraped), especially at top, good structural condition, minor chips and molding wear
