Our Premier Autumn Auction | Session II | October 22, 2025
Wed, Oct 22, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 577
Unusual William and Mary Valuables Chest, Nina Fletcher Little Provenance
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Sold for
$6,000
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
molded lid with open interior above five paneled drawers and turned feet, rose head nail construction with oak and pine, traces of salmon and pale green paint, 21 x 26-1/2 x 15-1/4 in.
Provenance: Patch family of Duxbury and later Hopkinton, New Hampshire; Fred and Joann Cadarette, Loudin, New Hampshire, 1982; Nina Fletcher and Bertram Kay Little Collection; sold Northeast Auctions, November 1st, 1997, lot 551; Tonnesen Collection, New Hampshire
Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Little by Little by Nina Fletcher Little, pg. 188, fig. 249.
Exhibited: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Carved and Painted: New England Country Arts from the Collection of Nina Fletcher and Bertram. K. Little, 1984 to 1985.
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Patch family of Duxbury and later Hopkinton, New Hampshire; Fred and Joann Cadarette, Loudin, New Hampshire, 1982; Nina Fletcher and Bertram Kay Little Collection; sold Northeast Auctions, November 1st, 1997, lot 551; Tonnesen Collection, New Hampshire
hinges replaced and with associated patches, drawer pulls replaced, feet appear to be period but are possible associated, or bottom board is replaced (see detailed photos), paint appears to be early with areas of refreshing, possibly dry scraped (it is thought that Nana Fletcher Little removed a later painted finish, revealing the early salmon and green paint), formerly fitted with a lock, now removed and keyhole filled, other possible repairs (see blacklight photos) Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
