The Shaker Collection of Erhart Muller
Description:
Small Shaker Pine Wall Cupboard, Harvard, Massachusetts, c. 1850-70, iron H-hinges, case refinished, single 12 1/2 x 15-in. raised panel door, single wooden knob, iron hangers protruding 1 1/4 in. above the case to mount, front corners of case are three-quarter rounded, single shelf, interior painted blue, (imperfections),ht. 18, wd. 22 3/4, dp. 8 3/8 in.
Provenance: Acquired at the Robert Jordan Auction, Green Co., at the Concord Motor Inn. The cupboard came from the brick building at the South Family which stood beyond the present Warner residence, Harvard, Massachusetts.
Estimate $400-600
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Stephen 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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