Paint-decorated Sea Chest
Paint-decorated Sea Chest, New England, early 19th century, the carved and painted top centering an image of a whale and the traditional whaler's motto "A Dead Whale or a Stove Boat," above the dovetailed box with carved becket handles and facade inscribed "CAPt J.A. NORTON/ SHIP CALLAO - NEW BEDFORD/1842," ht. 16. wd. 35. dp. 15 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
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.
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Paint-decorated Sea Chest, New England, early 19th century, the carved and painted top centering an image of a whale and the traditional whaler's motto "A Dead Whale or a Stove Boat," above the dovetailed box with carved becket handles and facade inscribed "CAPt J.A. NORTON/ SHIP CALLAO - NEW BEDFORD/1842," ht. 16. wd. 35. dp. 15 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
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.
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