Lot 83: Rectangular Work Box

Estimate: $600 – $800
Price Realized: $2,478

Tiger maple, original varnish finish with oxidation and patina, finely dovetailed construction, rectangular bone escutcheon plate, original cast steel lock and brass hinges, tiger maple sectioned interior, c. 1850-1860, from a Vermont collection, 3 3/4″ h, 11 3/4″ w, 7 7/8″ d.

Note:
Possibly used as a Shaker Gift Shop money box, as the sections appear to be fashioned for coins and bills, and also penciled numbers in added columns are on inside of lid.