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Item Report
American 19th Century Pine Pie Safe
By:Unknown
Style:American Country
Origin:United States
Materials:Pine, Tin
Age:Circa 1850-1880
Condition:Good (appropriate wear and patina)
Value:$300-$600
Maker's Marks / Writing:None observed
Date:2025-10-31 19:31:37.560520
Description:
A 19th-century American pie safe made from pine, featuring punched tin panels with decorative star patterns. This utilitarian piece was commonly used to store baked goods while allowing ventilation.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This pie safe is a charming example of American folk furniture from the 19th century. Its simple construction and decorative punched tin panels capture the utilitarian yet aesthetic qualities of rural American life. It shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use, suggesting authenticity. A word about fakes, pie safes are generally straightforward, but beware of overly pristine examples.
Individual Images:
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Provenance:
None provided
Condition:
Good (appropriate wear and patina)
Identification Score: 95%
Confident identification based on characteristic design and materials typical of 19th-century American pie safes.
Authenticity Score: 92%
The wear and craftsmanship align well with the period's authentic pieces, showing natural aging.
Image Memory Note
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Keywords
pie safe, Americana, 19th century, American Country, pine, tin, United States
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