American Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description:
Paint-decorated Pine Chest over Drawer, probably Shaftsbury, Vermont, area, early 19th century, the hinged lid opens over a well with till, and single drawer below, with shaped skirt, original burnt sienna and ochre grain paint simulating matched veneer, (height loss, minor paint wear),ht. 29, wd. 43 3/4, dp. 17 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.