Lot 84

Natchez, Mississippi Plantation Cypress Locking Cabinet, Attr. to Enslaved Craftsmen, 19th Century

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Natchez, Mississippi Plantation Cypress Locking Cabinet, Attr. to Enslaved Craftsmen, 19th Century

Estimate: $10,000 - $20,000

Starting Bid: $5,000

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by Stevens Auction Company
July 11, 2026 11:00 AM CDT
Live Auction
129 E Commerce Street
Aberdeen, MS, US 39730

Large Natchez, Mississippi plantation cypress locking cabinet or wardrobe, 19th century, attributed by provenance to construction by enslaved craftsmen. The imposing vernacular cabinet is constructed of broad cypress boards with a projecting molded cornice, paneled double doors, vertical board back, shelved interior, shaped lower skirt, and original-style iron locking hardware, including a long exterior iron locking bar and key. The cabinet retains a dry, scrubbed, weathered surface with traces of old finish or whitewash. 96 in. H, 51.5 in. W, 18 in. D.

  • Condition: Structurally standing with age-appropriate wear, surface losses, abrasions, staining, oxidation to iron hardware, old white residue or traces of former surface, separations and shrinkage consistent with age and plank construction. Interior shelves and locking hardware present.

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $99 $10
$100 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $2,499 $100
$2,500 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $49,999 $1,000
$50,000 $99,999 $2,500
$100,000 $999,999 $10,000
$1,000,000 + $50,000