Early 19th century, paint decorated, each stamped "Public Utility" to the legs, featuring a federal eagle finial over a shaft with sword motifs, over a scrolled footed base.

Each 17 1/4 x 12 x 14 in.

The Estate of the late Dr. Larry Southworth, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Historic Panicello, near Abingdon, Virginia.

Aquired Case Auctions Inc., Knoxville, Tennessee.

Historic Panicello was the original home of Judge Peter Johnston, who fought in the Revolutionary war. Judge Johnston's grandson, John Warfield Johnston, was also born at Panicello and became a United States Senator representing Virginia for thirteen years.

Some degradation and wear to patina are consistent with age and use.