Description:
Red-painted Pine and Oak Shoe-foot Hutch Table, New England, first half 18th century, the oval top tilts on a base of shaped and cutout sides on beaded and chip-carved shoe feet joined by a beaded stretcher, old surface, (imperfections),ht. 27 1/2, wd. 35 1/2, dp. 41 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
shrinkage separation, repairs (old braces) to underside, etc, and heavy wear to scrub top, some additions around hinge to stabilize it where old pieces (above piercing for pegs/hinge bar) broke out.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). 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 Inc. 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
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
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