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Important Pennsylvania-German Dower Chest with Unique Portrait Bust Decoration

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    Important Pennsylvania-German Dower chest with unique portrait bust decoration:
    Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, dated 1791.

    Inscribed in paint: “J & M / GRAFF / D 6 Dec 1791.”

    This is the first example of a Pennsylvania-German dower chest known to us decorated with portrait busts of a bride and groom, commemorating the marriage of Jacob Graff to Maria/Mary Schweitzer on December 6, 1791 at the Salem Reformed Church in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
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David A. Schorsch and Eileen M. Smiles are nationally recognized dealers in American antiques and folk art, specializing in weathervanes, folk paintings, Shaker furniture, and more. With over forty years of experience, they offer expert services in private and corporate collections, authentication, and auction representation—contact them today at 203.263.3131 or via email at contact@schorsch-smiles.com.

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