August Americana
Description:
Oak and Pine Joined and Paneled Chest, Marshfield, Massachusetts, late 17th century, old surface, lower front rail carved with initials "R.B," (imperfections),ht. 23 1/2, wd. 41 1/4, dp. 17 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
top worn; pintel hinges original, but with replaced pins; top appears at one point to have been nailed shut (for shipping).
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.
Keywords
R.BStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
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
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