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Lot 166

Pennsylvania painted pine dower chest

Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
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Berks County, Pennsylvania painted pine dower chest, dated on underside 1849, retaining the original red over ochre circles and half circles, resting on ogee feet, 27 1/4" h., 48" w. For a similar example see Landis Farm Museum, bearing the signature Benj. Blatt, Bern Township, Berks County; see Pennsylvania Folklife - winter 1970/71, page 6. Provenance: Big Valley Pennsylvania, Collection of Wayne Schultz.

Condition

Overall very good condition. One rear foot with repaired breaks. Area of top with scratches.