$7,380
Carved and Inlaid Box with Approximately 197 Carved Wood Samples, George William Griswold (1861-1927), Manomet, Massachusetts, late 19th or early 20th century, carved, inlaid, and constructed from a variety of native and exotic woods, with star and geometric pattern to lid secured to the box by two brass hinges; vine and leaf-carved front panel with applied horse, stag, and dog panels and beaded molding on a multi-wood base; the inside of the box containing approximately 197 carved and identified wood samples, and eight small butter molds, (imperfections), ht. 6, wd. 16 1/8, dp. 7 1/2 in. Provenance: According to a note found inside the box, George William Griswold was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and moved to Manomet in 1863. He was trained in Boston, Massachusetts, as a wood carver and cabinetmaker.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2015-03-01
