02-19-200602-19-2006
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2308Boston
February 19, 2006 11:00 AMCalender
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Classical Paint-decorated Etagere

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$4,000$4,000
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2308Location: BostonDate / Time: February 19, 2006 11:00AM

Description:

Classical Paint-decorated Etagere, probably Baltimore, Maryland, c. 1820, the five rectangular graduated shelves joined by block and ring-turned supports, continuing to base with drawer on vase and ring-turned legs, original black-painted surface with gilt-painted rosettes and foliate designs highlighted by white-painted stringing, replaced pull, (minor imperfections),ht. 55 1/2, wd. 18 1/2, dp. 17 3/4 in.
Estimate $7,000-9,000

some scratching, paint wear, two shelves separated from shrinkage.