MASSACHUSETTS PILGRIM CENTURY CARVED OAK CHEST.

Early 18th century, Hadley, MA. The Hadley chest carved with the initials “RS”. The three panel chest fitted with a single drawer below, carved overall with stylized flowering plants in the panels. The center most with a stylized heart shaped tulip all amongst scrolling foliate vinery above the initials “RS” of the owner. Each case side with three recessed panels within incised molded frame borders. Rear of case constructed with a flat panel within a pinned oak frame. The hinged molded lid, a later replacement in pine, mounted with original iron snipe hinges. The open storage well with one small replaced plank, the rest appear to be original. Traces of old red evident on front panel. SIZE: 32″ h x 45″ w overall x 42-1/2″ w case, 20″ d overall x 18-3/4″ case depth. CONDITION: This fine chest remains in structurally sound condition. The lid replaced as noted. The chest with little or no restoration and with no insect damage or dry rot present on legs. Brass knobs on door are later replacements. Very good overall. 50587-1 (10,000-20,000) – Lot 2105

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2105	$15,405.00	MASSACHUSETTS PILGRIM CENTURY CARVED OAK CHEST. Early 18th century, Hadley, MA. The Hadley chest carved with the initials “RS”. The three panel chest fitted with a single drawer below, carved overall with stylized flowering plants in the panels. The center most with a stylized heart shaped tulip all amongst scrolling foliate vinery above the initials “RS” of the owner. Each case side with three recessed panels within incised molded frame borders. Rear of case constructed with a flat panel within a pinned oak frame. The hinged molded lid, a later replacement in pine, mounted with original iron snipe hinges. The open storage well with one small replaced plank, the rest appear to be original. Traces of old red evident on front panel. SIZE: 32″ h x 45″ w overall x 42-1/2″ w case, 20″ d overall x 18-3/4″ case depth. CONDITION: This fine chest remains in structurally sound condition. The lid replaced as noted. The chest with little or no restoration and with no insect damage or dry rot present on legs. Brass knobs on door are later replacements. Very good overall. 50587-1 (10,000-20,000) – Lot 2105 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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MASSACHUSETTS PILGRIM CENTURY CARVED OAK CHEST.