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  RED AND BLACK, MAINE BLANKET CHEST WITH BRUSH-WORK PAINT DECORATION IN WHIMSICAL LINEAR PATTERNS, DATED 1856
Dimensions (inches): 44" w x 27.5" h x 20.75" d
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RED AND BLACK, MAINE BLANKET CHEST WITH BRUSH-WORK PAINT DECORATION IN WHIMSICAL LINEAR PATTERNS, DATED 1856:

Paint decorated Maine blanket box with a beautiful and unusual form, on a bracket base, retaining its first surface red background and black brush-work designs. The various geometric patterns on the front and sides are punctuated by the two consecutive square medallions on the top. Dated "1856" on the back. Pine construction. Outstanding early condition.

Provenance: Ex-Courcier & Wilkins; Ex-Fred Giampetro. Remained in a Newport, Rhode Island collection for 21 years.
   
Primary Color: red, black
Earliest Date: 1856
Latest Date: 1856
For Sale Status: Sold
Price SOLD
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