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Paint-Decorated Hanging Wall Box

Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
Paint Decorated Hanging Wall Box
Pennsylvania, Mid 19th c.
Pine, Polychrome paint
Excellent condition, retaining some original varnish (now oxidized) with a wonderful patina.
Provenance: Collection of Sam and Patty McCullough; Raccoon Creek Antiques, 2006, Pennsylvania.
The hanging box is fitted with a lid opening to compartments. This anonymous artist had an exceptional talent for both stenciling and paint decoration, depicting mirror images of birds. The untouched condition further adds to its rarity and desirability among collectors.
7 ½” h., 13 ½” w., 8 ½” d.
DA-ACC 308
$4,500

More Information

Origin:	United States, Pennsylvania
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Pine, polychrome paint
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Americana, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Florals/Botanical, Handmade
Dealer Reference #:	DA-ACC 308
Incollect Reference #:	793561

Dimensions

W.	13.5 in;	H.	7.5 in;	D.	8.5 in;
W.	34.29 cm;	H.	19.05 cm;	D.	21.59 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.