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Lot 125
Antique Continental Paint Decorated Dowry Chest
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Likely Swiss, late 18th century, pine and mixed woods, hinged lid with applied molded edge and through tenon joinery, iron strap hinges, iron clasp and lock, interior with till to the left side, the front case panels with nicely painted flowering urns over a commemorative panel reading "Anna Maria Gerber 1781", the side with faux grain paint and crescent moon feet, with key.

31 x 59 x 24 in.

From the Estate of the late Robin Satinsky, Donglomur, Villanova, Pennsylvania

There are multiple records of an Anna Maria Gerber living in Switzerland during this time period.

Old surface with insect damage; scattered shrinkage cracks; cut/repair to lid at rear left corner; all feet with cut/repairs.