attributed to Chatham County, NC, 1830-1840, yellow pine paneled construction with dome top, applied moldings and pilasters, early red, green, and yellow paint, with MESDA label #S-3790, 24-3/4 x 42-1/2 x 18-3/4 in.Note: purchased 1974, Provenance: MESDA S-3790; Collection of Laurence and Helen Alspaugh, Greensboro, North Carolina
Condition
shrinkage, separations, lip repairs at edges of top, original hinges, patches and restorations˜to feet and skirt with later blocking (see detailed photos), later vertical bracing at back, some possible color retouch, mouse chew, other scattered wear and flaws