11-05-201111-05-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2567BBoston
November 5, 2011 10:00 AMCalender
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Carved and Painted Wood Lift Top Box

Sell one like this
$948$800
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2567BLocation: BostonDate / Time: November 05, 2011 10:00AM

Description:

Carved and Painted Wood Lift Top Box, 18th century, rectangular box, molded top and base, with wrought iron hinges to lid, iron swing handle, lock plate, and key, the top and sides with relief-carved panels of foliage, flowers, and fruit, old red, green, and black surface, supported on bun feet; the interior lid painted with red and green flowers on a red ground, oak compartmented interior with two tills, drawer and hidden compartment, (minor paint wear, 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. patch repair to probable knot loss on base),ht. 8 1/4, wd. 12 3/4, dp. 8 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200