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Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3167BBoston
November 3, 2018 10:00 AMCalender
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Carved Locustwood Fence Post Head

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$1,476$1,200
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 3167BLocation: BostonDate / Time: November 03, 2018 10:00AM

Description:

Carved Locustwood Fence Post Head, Russel Risley, Kirby, Vermont, c. 1875-90, the carved head on a rough-hewn post, figure ht. 47 1/4 in., on a white square base.

Provenance: Frank Maresca, 1985.

Note: This fence post head was reportedly included in the exhibition The Traditional Folk Art of Vermont, and illustrated in the exhibition catalog.
The Marvill Collection
Estimate $1,500-2,500


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Kirby