Sensational Lollipop Wallbox In Scarce Apple Green Paint   

Probably New England, ca. 18th to early 19th century. Appears to be pine.

The rich paint color amplified by its contrast against the complex dark areas of patina. The design is simple perfection. A canted front well rises to a quarter-round back, like a sunrise, with a lollipop hanger on a narrow neck.

And now the form remarkably enhanced by a surface created from everyday use two centuries ago. Note subtle carved pinwheels on the front panel and back. Joinery by large wrought nails. Several ancient cracks (irrelevant) including the top of the lollipop that wore through, bridged long ago by an early nail such that it could continue to hang. Scratched initials on the neck.

About 13 inches tall x 8 ¾ wide x 3 ¾ deep. Likely used as a spill holder. From an exceptional collection purchased about 35 years ago.