The William K. du Pont Collection: Important Americana from Rocky Hill

The William K. du Pont Collection: Important Americana from Rocky Hill

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American Carved Soapstone Box, Dated 1837

No reserve

No Reserves

Auction Closed

January 23, 10:36 PM GMT

Estimate

400 - 600 USD

Lot Details

Description

American Carved Soapstone Box

Dated 1837


Inscribed on the bottom PROc. F. 1837 / The richest man I ever saw was one that begg'd the most His sol was filled with [glory] and with the Holy Ghost.

Height 1 3/4 in. by Width 3 7/8 in. by Depth 5 in.

This soapstone box was likely made by a Methodist as one of their popular 19th century melodies was: The richest man I ever saw was one that begged the most, His soul was filled with glory and with the Holy Ghost, And a-begging I will go-will go-will go! And a-begging I will go."

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