NC Chippendale Painted Blanket Chest

Late 18th century, Franklin County, yellow pine, the dove-tailed case painted with a blue field, the lid with applied molded edge is attached to the base with fishtail hinges, applied dove-tailed bracket foot base.

25 x 49.5 x 23 in.

This chest descended in the consignor's family. Private Collection, Franklin County, NC

Hand-forged lock and catch.

Expected surface wear and paint loss.

$1,500 - 3,000