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19th Century Decorated Sea Chest

$1,850
£1,414.42
€1,629.13
CA$2,592.42
A$2,894.19
CHF 1,516.51
MX$35,427.73
NOK 19,259.72
SEK 18,159.47
DKK 12,158.37
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About the Item

19th Century Decorated Sea Chest, having a hinged lid with breadboard edges, above a dovetailed case with applied molding around base, the original wooden beckets with relief carved and gilded stars and sailor's spliced rope handles, in old green paint that is over the original coat of blue primer, and has a later decorated front with a full seascape featuring a bold square-rigged ship under full sail, and a second ship visible on horizon in background; the interior has a covered till or glove box. The chest remains in excellent condition, as does the painted decoration with only a few dents and scuffs. Measures: 17-1/4 in H x 37-1/2 in W x 17-1/8 in Deep
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Width: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Depth: 17.13 in (43.52 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AD - 281-20 IHE1stDibs: LU903939540812

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