Early painted country Kas, having old blue-green paint over the original gray-blue paint. This kas has excellent proportions, with an attractive cornice, raised panel doors, butterfly hinges, an interior hanging drawer, and "Dutch kick" feet. Circa 1750, Ulster County, NY origin.
An almost identical Kas is on display at the Winterthur Museum. See Fales - American Painted Furniture 1660-1880, page 51.
Dimensions: 48" wide, (56" wide with cornice), x 68 1/2" high x 17" deep, (21" deep with cornice)
Item No. 070144
Price: $16,500.
