18th century, pine, hinged lid with battens, strap hinges and crab lock, interior with till and divided section, iron handles to sides, on flush base.

16 x 35 x 16 in.

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.

Fair condition; crack to one batten; shrinkage crack to lid; loss to lower left base.