Painted Bucket Shelf, Galena, Ohio

Late 19th century, pine with old red wash, applied backsplash, lower shelf, double crescent shaped bootjack feet.

34.75 x 48.5 x16.5 in.

Numerous practical furniture pieces were crafted in the mid to late 19th century by an unknown Galena, Ohio maker, possibly Amish, admired for his excellent construction.

Age appropriate surface wear, staining and loss to the red wash; joint looseness.