Red-painted Octagonal-top Cross-base Candlestand

Red-painted Octagonal-top Cross-base Candlestand, Connecticut, early 18th century, the post with a bulbous turned midsection, ht. 26 1/2, wd. 12, dp. 12 in. Provenance: Lillian Cogan Auction, Christie's, 1992. Estimate $600-800 Red paint newer, pin or nail added to cross base for stability, structurally stable Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.