New England Auctions
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Susie & Richie Burmann Collection of Americana

Sat, Jan 11, 2020 11:00AM EST
Lot 38

Decorated Sailor's Box with Wax Inlay

Estimate: $600 - $1,200

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Very fine decorated sailor's box with polychrome wax inlay and bone escutcheon. Inlaid with hearts, stars and elaborate geometric designs, circa 1850. Pine or butternut in original condition. L 11-5/8", D 5-3/4", H 5-1/4". Excellent original condition. No restoration noted. Provenance: David Wheatcroft See this link for High-Res Images https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nb8zntgxczgll41/AAD2Fna2j6hrwjvMwztrYSqba?dl=0