August Americana
Description:
Faux Bird's-eye Maple Paint-decorated Poplar Blanket Chest, Pennsylvania, early 19th century, the molded top above a dovetailed box with walnut till, and half-round molded lower edge above turned feet, original grain paint with green-painted top molding and black-painted lower molding and feet, ht. 27 1/2, wd. 50, dp. 22 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
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.
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
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.