Lot 1297
  • 1297

Rare Carved and Paint-Decorated Architectural Box with Spire Finial, Probably New England, Late 19th Century

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • wood
  • Height 12 in. by Width 10 in. by Depth 10 in.
the lid and box with deep molding; grain painted dark ochre on putty colored ground. 

Provenance

Skinner's, Boston, Massachusetts, The Paul and Margaret Weld Collection, August 13, 2000.

Condition

Overall fine condition, wear commensurate with age and use.
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