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2057
$11,850.00

PATRIOTIC EAGLE CARVED PADDLE BOX LUNETTE.

Mid 19th century, New England, possibly Massachusetts. This fine example in oak of a displayed patriotic eagle clutching an American shield in its right talon, perched on a globe, flanked by scrolling leaf tips. Decorated overall in red, white and blue paint and with gilding. A nearly identical example is illustrated in Stars and Stripes Patriotic Motifs in American Folk Art by Deborah Harding, discovered in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in the collection of Hyland Granby. SIZE: 28″ h x 72″ l. CONDITION: Structurally very good, painted and gilt surfaces are faded, now dry and crusty, the box cover with slight warp, eagles head has been re-attached to the plaque, otherwise good. 50802-2 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 2057


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