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Lot 1163
New England Paint Decorated Blanket Chest
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Early 19th century, white pine and poplar case, rectangular lid with applied molding, open interior with till to the left side, straight feet with shaped cut-out sides, all over original faux mahogany paint decoration.

24.5 x 42 x 18.5 in.

By Descent of the Boardman, Devitt and Dawkins families, New England and California.

Top loose and with breaks and loss to rear edge of lid by hinge joint; circular staining to top; paint chipping and wear to case edges.