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Baleen Pantry Box
4/12/2014 - Americana: Live Salesroom Auction
American, 19th century. A sailor-made round baleen six-finger pantry box with copper tacks, wooden lid and bottom; ht. 3.5, dia. 7.25 in.  

Provenance:  
Property from the Estate of Jane Murphy, Shandon, Ohio

Condition:  
Insect damage to lid and body
Sold: $338.25
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