02-19-200602-19-2006
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2308Boston
February 19, 2006 11:00 AMCalender
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Paint-decorated Six-board Chest

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$3,000$3,000
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2308Location: BostonDate / Time: February 19, 2006 11:00AM

Description:

Paint-decorated Six-board Chest, probably Guilford, Connecticut, c. 1825, the hinged top with applied rounded edge opens to a well with lidded till on a box with applied molding at base, cutout ends, original surface painted green with black and yellow striped borders centering a meandering red-flowering vine, which also appears on the top and sides, (minor imperfections),ht. 22, wd. 49, dp. 17 1/4 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000

Old surface would proably birghten if cleaned; minor paint loss and scratches; left corner of molding chipped; wear to applied molding and base;

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Guilford, Connecticut