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UNUSUAL DECORATED BLANKET CHEST. Probably Pennsylv

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UNUSUAL DECORATED BLANKET CHEST.
Probably Pennsylvania, ca. 1810-1840, pine. Dovetailed
case with an interior till and turned feet. Retains its original
paint decoration consisting of a red putty decoration on a
yellow ground, with large star, heart, and sunburst stamps.
Minor wear and damage. 24h. 43"w. 22"d."

Condition: Some wear to paint (worst on top and base molding, and large spot on front), lower right base molding likely replaced, minor loss to back of left base molding, stable cracks to 2 feet, overvarnished, replaced lock, left hinge has been reset. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. 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. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by our Conditions of Sale.

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