Cupboard, 1870, Aslak Lie; Sponsor: John Eriksen Engesaethe, American (born Norway), American (born Norway), 1798–1886, 77 1/2 x 59 1/8 x 21 in. ( x x cm), Painted pine, bronze, porcelain, United States, 19th century, This cupboard was made to commemorate the marriage of John Eriksen Engesaethe to Brithe Grinde. It would have been a highly prized possession and likely had a prime spot in their parlor. The Norwegian inscription reads John Eriksen, Brithe Sjurs Datter Engesaethe, Aar 1870 (John son of Erik, Brithe daughter of Sjur, Engesaethe, year 1870

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