Lot 130: Large Storage Chest

Estimate: $1,000 – $1,500
Price Realized: $649

Pine, original red varnish stain removed, traces of red and pumpkin, pine finish, lift lid with breadboard shaped fitted cleats attached to lid with handmade screws, cast iron butt hinges, finely dovetailed case, cast steel hinges, hand cast brass Shaker made front closure hook and button, interior with carved middle separate boards, on castors, 24 1/2″ h, 4′ 2″ w, 23″ d.

Note:
From a Minnesota collection, purchased from James and Helen Upton Estate Auction, Lot 91, Albany Auction Gallery, August 22, 1993.