August Americana
Description:
Shaker Red-stained Oval Covered Box, probably New England, mid to late 19th century, pine top and bottom with bent maple sides joined with five fingers and copper tacks, original paint, (imperfections),ht. 5 1/4, 9 3/4 x 13 1/2 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Three small cracks around bottom nailing, and one small crack on the cover rim at nail, with a 1 x 1/4 in. old loss on top in samea area, and a 6 in tight crack on cover.
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