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Pennsylvania Jelly Cupboard ca1860 Original paint
You are looking at a striking 19th century (around the time of the Civil War) Pennsylvania jelly cupboard or server. It has old paint (last quarter 19th century in the Cottage style) with grain decoration on the door panels and drawer fronts. The wood is a combination of pine and poplar. It also has original hardware. Roughly, it is 50 inches tall including the back splash and 44 inches wide.
Note. This is a large substantial, very sturdy, heavy, piece of furniture. It would be best for the buyer to pick it up at our shop in Williamsburg, Virginia. The buyer is responsible for arranging shipping. We will help in any way we can and will deliver within 100 miles (fee will apply) of Williamsburg. Delivery within the range of our normal travels is also possible. We frequently travel to Southwest Virginia and to Central & Coastal North Carolina.
Country of Origin: US
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English Mahogany and Rosewood Lap Desk
This is a mid-19th century (ca. 1860) English lap desk or writting slope - 17.5" long opened, 12" wide, and 2.75" high; closed 8.5" x 12" x 4.5". It has spaces for 2 ink wells and a covered place for pens. The box feature a centered brass inlay and brass inlay key escutcheon. This type of traveling lap desk was used by many military officers in the Civil War. Note the worn marblized paper on the bottom.
Condition: Good. Old repair at back of box - note screws in photos.
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