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Lot 74 : DUTCH PAINT-DECORATED OVAL WEDDING BOX

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DUTCH PAINT-DECORATED OVAL WEDDING BOX
18/19th c., original untouched condition
the lift-off lid painted with a couple centered with large tulip in an urn, additional florals, and overall spirals, the border with lettering; painted tulips and spirals to body; original reed lacing,
7.25"h; 19"w; 12"d
From the home of a major, long-time collector of Americana in the Boston area.
Such decorated boxes are called 'spanschachteln' in Dutch.
Minor age appropriate paint scuffs here and there.
Estimate: $500 - $700
Realized: $500 - Excluding Buyer's Premium


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