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Canted Apple Box 19th Century

#993

Regular price $175.50

Nice canted apple box displayed with festive accents (not included) used as an inspirational example for holiday decorating. Apple box dates to the mid to late 19th century showing two different styles of dovetailing as shown and was most likely made by the man of the house instead of a skilled carpenter for his wife.

I believe this piece was refinished at one point suggested by the sides that possess a semi-gloss surface. However the inside and bottom sections attribute to the original appearance. Interesting form having four legs that were doweled into the top which elevates this box in comparison to other common examples that sit flush on the table.

Box offers a mixed wood appearance as the sides were fashioned from maple while the bottom is pine. Age cracks are visible on the extended base and newer “helper nails” were used on the bottom to help secure places where the older nails went missing by the evidence of holes where they once resided.

There is a black vertical streak on the side panel which sometimes occurs with maple woods. Black areas appear at random on the inside of the box. Minor wood loss located near the corner of the extended base.

Condition is good and this…… possibly one of a kind piece would grace any table with interest and warmth especially filled with colorful juicy apples that stand at the ready for delicious apple pie baking. Enjoy!

Box measures 11 ½” across, measures 11 ½” deep (front to back), stands 4” tall and the bottom measures 10 1/4” across and 10” deep.

~Freight (Standard Mail) included, however Insurance is optional and can be purchased @ checkout ~ within the continental U.S.

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Canted Apple Box 19th Century

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