TWO GLAZED WALLPAPER COVERED BOXES, AMERICAN, 19TH CENTURY

The first a paste-board top hat box (circa 1875) with matching lid both covered with printed paper; containing a black beaver top hat bearing label Trout, Carlisle PA.; the second (circa 1830), an oblong band box with glazed wallpaper depicting the Fire Brigade #13 of New York City in procession; the matching lid with giraffe and keepers flanked by palm trees. Together with 5 additional assorted wallpaper boxes. 8 pieces.

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