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AFRICAN AMERICAN PIESAFE WITH INITIALS (JJ)

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AFRICAN AMERICAN PIESAFE WITH INITIALS (JJ)

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Description

a very important pie safe discovered in the eastern part of North Carolina. NaÃ¯ve punched tins with the initials JJ on each front tin. Side tins of a different geometric design. Each front tin has applied molding forming a folky picture frame around each tin. Surface is 100% original and no alterrations to any part of this piece. the right side top tin has ware at the bottom as seen in the photos. ca. 1880 - 1890 an extreme rare example of a southern African American safe. 46"W across topx 65"H x 18"D

Condition

estate condition. Please use photos for condition report and or call the gallery for full condition report. All sales are final no refunds based on assessed condition once item has be received by buyer. Our gallery is also open for onsite inspection by appointment.

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AFRICAN AMERICAN PIESAFE WITH INITIALS (JJ)

Name: AFRICAN AMERICAN PIESAFE WITH INITIALS (JJ)
SKU: 127050146
Price: 1900 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10,000 - $15,000

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Starting Price $250

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