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Lot 751
Berks County, Pennsylvania painted pine dower ches
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $20,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
Berks County, Pennsylvania painted pine dower chest, dated 1776, decorated by the Black Unicorn Artist, the architectural façade with three arched panels and potted tulips, with a central panel of a soldier on horseback, 22 1/2" h., 44 1/2" w. Illustrated in Fabian, The Pennsylvania German Decorated Chest, fig. 84. For a further discussion on the Black Unicorn Artist, see Patricia Keller, The Magazine Antiques, October 1991, pages 592-605.
Nice tulip hinges. Blue background probably enhanced. Feet replaced. Dated at bottom ("17" is in lower left panel, "76" is in lower right panel).
Condition
see printed catalog
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