218: AN UNUSUAL 19TH C. BENTWOOD BOX IN OLD RED STAIN

The circular box in old red stain constructed with straight seam and double row of wonderful large forged rosehead nails and small wood pegs at the base; the lid constructed with a single finger lap and held with a large high dome rosehead nail along with small wood pegs, signed 'Beulah' in fancy script on the lid.
Measures 3.5 x 6 inches.
Very good condition, noting a chip in the upper rim on the base, no other damage, repair or excessive wear.
Provenance: The Jerry and Cathy Mueller Collection, Sioux City, Iowa
$300 - $400