Set of 5 nesting Shaker style pantry boxes signed Schmitt and dated 1997. Hand made from perfectly matched tightly grained American cherry boards. Exact reproductions of Shaker community originals with long finger joints and copper nails. The graduated boxes measure: 8.75 x 3.5 inches, 7.5 x 2.75 inches, 6 x 2.25 inches, 5 x 1.75 inches, and 4 x 1.5 inches. Like new.
Antique pearwood treenware covered apothecary container with hand cut screw on top c1880. Attributed to S Maw, Son & Thompson, 7-12 Aldersgate, makers of chemist and pharmacy equipment, they have items displayed in the science museum, London. Excellent condition. Measures 3.25 inches high by 3.25 inches wide. Hand turned on a lathe by a master woodworker. Excellent condition, no cracks or repairs.
Charming little country kitchen wall cabinet. Hand made by a cabinetmaker from solid pine after an authentic 18th century New England wall box. Worn red paint surface. Measures 29 inches high, 18 inches wide and 7 inches deep.
Early Massachusetts lift-top advertising box with original red washed surface, circa 1840. Inner paper reads "W. I. GOODS, which he will sell VERY LOW for cash, Palm Leaf Hats or approved credit. Those wishing to purchase as above, will do well to call and examine for themselves before purchasing elsewhere. All kinds of Country produce taken in exchange for Goods. CHARLES B. MOSELY. New Salem, Aug. 1840." This charming box is 8.5 inches wide, 4 inches deep and 2 inches high.
Antique hand painted candle box circa 1800. Slide-out lid. Original green and red painted surface. Measures 15 x 8 x 4.75 inches.