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Description:
Carved and Decorated Busk, America, early 19th century, the tapering form with central ridge having chip-carved geometric, floral, and heart designs, all bordering paper reserves decorated with watercolor and copper foil, with initials "S" and "P," the date "March 26th/180-," and flowers, (some fading to watercolor),lg. 13 1/4 in.
Estimate $600-800
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