North Carolina Paint Decorated Blanket Chest

Attributed to Alamance County, first half 19th century, yellow pine six-board case with dove-tailed construction, original old surface of a red field with central initials "MH" in a cartouche surrounded by scattered stylized tulips and Moravian symbols with triple line border. The case has a covered left hand till, strap hinges, and remnants of antique wallpaper to the underside of the lid, supported by an applied bracket foot base.

27.5 x 48 x 21 in.

Collection of a Gentleman from Greensboro, North Carolina

One hinge with small loss; left and right front feet original but with break and repair; some wood loss to top molding; some spurs missing at base.

$5,000 - 10,000