Lot 1017
  • 1017

Very Fine Miniature Paint-Decorated Blanket Chest, New England, Circa 1825

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • wood
  • Height 5 5/8 in. by Width 10 in. by Depth 5 5/8 in.
the hinged lid opening to an interior with a hinged panel painted with a sailing scene; enclosing three compartments, the whole on a molded edge above scroll cut shaped apron on painted bracket feet.

Condition

Heavy varnish, hard to see any in paint.
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