Item Report
American Colonial Period Pine Blanket Chest
By: Unknown
Style: Colonial
Origin: United States
Materials: Pine, Metal
Age: Circa 1750-1800
Condition: Very Good (consistent wear for age, intact joinery and hardware)
Value: $1,000 - $1,500
Maker's Marks / Writing: Label potentially indicating provenance or original ownership.
Date: 2025-05-20 03:56:58.197904
Description:
This is an American Colonial Period blanket chest made of pine. It features a rectangular lid and dovetail joinery, indicative of 18th-century craftsmanship. The lower section includes two drawers with metal handles and is supported by bracket feet. There is a label on the front suggesting its historical provenance.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
The piece is likely authentic, with visible signs of age and wear consistent with its time period. The dovetail joinery and style of hardware are aligned with Colonial American furniture.
Individual Images:
- The detail images
- if provided
- may show the dovetail joinery and keyhole escutcheons
- both of which are important indicators of authenticity and age.
Provenance:
Provenance suggested by label on the front of the chest, but not fully documented.
Condition:
Very Good (consistent wear for age, intact joinery and hardware)
Identification Score: 95%
The style, materials, and craftsmanship strongly suggest an 18th-century American Colonial origin.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The construction techniques and materials are consistent with the period, supporting the authenticity of the chest.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
Colonial, Blanket Chest, Pine, American, 18th Century
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