Sold for:
$14,220
$14,220
Diminutive Chippendale Carved Walnut Blockfront Chest of Drawers, Boston, c. 1740-60, brasses appear to be original, old refinish, (restoration), ht. 31, case wd. 28 1/4, overall dp. 20 3/4 in. Provenance: An inscription on the back of a drawer reads "This block-front chest was the property of Edward and Eliza Killeran who were married in 1774 in Thomaston, Maine. It was bequeathed to their grand-daughter Nancy Hall in 1831, by her grandmother. Edward Killeran died in Cushing, Maine, May 23, 1828 at the age of 77. (signed) Eliza Burton/July 7, 1831." most or all of base probably replaced.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2011-03-06
