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Sat, Jan 15, 2011 09:00AM EST
Lot 47

Rare Adams County, Pennsylvania painted pine dower

Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
Unsold

Bid Increments

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Rare Adams County, Pennsylvania painted pine dower chest dated 1776, retaining its original blue sponge decoration with red moldings and a central tombstone cartouche, inscribed Rossina Orein Franklin Township Adams County Anno 1776, the sides with bold red, black, and white stars, 29" h., 48" w.

Condition

Original strap hinges. Color is a bright blue underneath lips of lid and drawers. Brasses replaced. Unusual drawer locking mechanisms located on inside front of case.