Antique New England Folk Art Painted Portrait Document Box, Mother & Child, c. 1840–1860 collectible doorstop The needlepoint seat shows age

The needlepoint seat shows age and use but remains serviceable and presents well overall

There is expected wear and patina to the metal surfaces along with minor irregularities consistent with antique lighting of this era

enhancing the depth and sculptural quality of the work

this work showcases Ciappa’s mastery of coastal landscape painting

lending historical character while maintaining a refined

Antique New England Folk Art Painted Portrait Document Box, Mother & Child, c. 1840–1860 collectible doorstop The needlepoint seat shows ageThis charming New England folk art document box is a wonderful example of mid 19th century American decorative painting. Dating to approximately 18401860, the box combines practical storage with the heartfelt simplicity of rural folk art. The lid features a hand painted portrait of a mother and child dressed in period attire, capturing the warmth and innocence that made these intimate family portraits so enduringly popular. Pieces that retain both