SOLD
Antique Pine Ammunition Box
DESCRIPTION: constructed with dovetail joints and forged Iron, with rope side carrying handles.
DATE
c. 1910/20s
Dimensions:
Height 13 inch; Length 26 inch; Depth 12.5 inch
Condition: used with scattered losses and blemishes to the wood. At least one iron plate missing on the top.
Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Philip George – a distinguished pediatric pulmonologist, whose services in the field of medicine and whose contributions to the social and culture fabrics of Memphis are innumerable. Dr. George spent many years collecting beautiful objects and brilliant works of art both locally and from around travels abroad. He was a founding member of the Decorative Arts Trust at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, an active member of the Dixon Gallery and Garden, and other civic societies. Memphis TN