A truly exceptional American Folk Art painted object. The hooded doll's cradle is meticulously painted in a multicolored, bold, geometric pattern of squares, rectangles and rays that are likely an interpretaion of a Joseph's Coat of Many Colors (a popular pattern for baby quilts).
The underside is dated. "1874."
Definately a "best of category" type object.
Provenance: Ricco-Maresca; Private Collection.
HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGES AVAILABLE.
Condition: Excellent with expected wear from age and use. Scattered losses and minor paint retouches throughout.