early 19th century, both probably American, smaller attributed to Randolph County, larger in fine old surface with original mirror plate, smaller example also with original distressed mirror plate,˜17 x 10-1/2 in.; 25-1/2 x 12-1/2 in.˜˜, Provenance: consignor notes indicate smaller example "Van Burris, who got it out of the original house, 1969"; Collection of Laurence and Helen Alspaugh, Greensboro, North Carolina
Condition
larger excellent condition dry varnish with some surface˜ wear, patch at one lower ear, smaller example patches and repairs at lower ears, otherwise good, surface lightly cleaned, plates appear original but not removed for exam˜