Emporium Auctions
Thu, Sep 9, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 128
Vintage Boston Tea Box
Estimate: $50 - $150
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 |
early 20th century, stenciled inscriptions for "Thomas Wood Co./Boston Importers/Packaged Teas", "25 cents a can", poplar box with hinged lid and open interior, stenciled on front, back, and sides, nailed construction, 15-1/2 x 27 x 13 in.
Provenance: The Ann and Joel Finn CollectionCondition
scattered bumps and abrasions, some later nailing, some warping and separations at front boards, area of distress at lower front as made, minor chips at base
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