$6,765
Early Dark Blue-painted Chest over Drawer, Connecticut, early 18th century, the hinged lid opens above a well and arch-molded case of three faux and one working drawer, with heavy base molding and four turned feet, later paint, (imperfections, restoration to base), ht. 25 3/4, wd. 25 1/2, dp. 16 in. Provenance: Mary Wells; Lillian Cogan, 1986. Note: A later inscription in red paint on the bottom reads "C.I./Guilford." Estimate $3,000-5,000 hinges replaced. some parts on underside of base appear to have modern stain. 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.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-08-11
