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THBTwo Japanese Carved Wood Trunks personalized to General and Mrs. McAuliffe
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300 20th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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- Lot Description
Two large wooden chests, beautifully carved, and brass bound, probably made of cedar, and personalized, one to Mrs. Helen McAuliffe, the other to General Anthony McAuliffe.
The smaller chest bears the name Helen McAuliffe, and is carved with vines and blossoms, and measures 23 1/2 by 23 1/2 inches square, and 16 inches tall. The larger trunk is carved with the insignia of divisions and units commanded by General McAuliffe, and is 23 1/2 by 37 on top, by 16 1/2 tall.
Both chests are similarly made, and were probably presented to the McAuliffe's during the General's tour of duty in Japan after World War II.
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Both chests are in very good condition, and excellent quality. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions.Condition
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