Folk Art Dowry Chest

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Painted folk art dowry chest, blue distressed paint with hand-painted floral design, dated 1874

height 27 in. x width 46 in. x depth 26.5 in.

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Folk Art Dowry Chest

Lot 0755

Estimate $300-$600Jul 25, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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The Texas Ranch Auction

Jul 25, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

San Antonio, TX, United States

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