2157

$1,210.00

GRAPHIC PAINT DECORATED EARLY AMERICAN BLANKET CHEST.

Pennsylvania, late first quarter 19th century. The rectangular case with hinged lid applied with carved moldings opening to an interior fitted with a walnut and poplar till with hinged lid. Conforming rectangular dovetail pine case with molded base raised on short swelled legs on compressed turnip feet. The chest sponge-decorated overall with elaborate whimsical freehand patterns in shades of yellow and umber. SIZE: 22-3/4″ h x 42″ w x 21″ d. CONDITION: Decorated surfaces now dry and finely alligatored. All surfaces original as are iron hinges. Mortised turnip and ball feet. The whole in very fine to excellent original condition. 51859-34 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2157

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017

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