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Rh  the beauty of line is not overcome by the unusual size of the piece. The piece was originally owned by General Joseph Graham, of Lincolnton. (Property of Mrs. Paul Chatham).

PLATE XI. (Maryland—c. 1765-1775). A mahogany cupboard of the finest type found in the South. The cornice top is particularly fine, with its band of carved fretwork below. The scalloped shelves, the pattern employed in the doors, and the choice of wood used on its lower doors all add to the distinction of this excellent piece. (Property of Joe Kindig, Jr.).

PLATE XI. (North Carolina—c. 1780-1800). Native cherry is used in this piece which has the stamp of fine workmanship upon it. The twisted-rope inset columns at the corners, the scroll top and decorative door stamp it as something that could not have been done by any but an accomplished workman. It was made in the vicinity of Salem, and reflects the character of what was done by the many fine cabinetmakers that worked there during the latter part of the eighteenth century. The date of the piece shows it is late for Chippendale influence. (Property of Ralph P. Hanes).

PLATE XII. . (South Carolina—c. 1790-1800). A finely inlaid and veneered cupboard showing the inlay as mentioned in Chapter XII, Plate VI. These cupboards show the thirteen-pane glass doors said to represent the thirteen original colonies. However, this design was used before the thirteen colonies came into being. Cupboards of this type show both Hepplewhite and Sheraton influence. (Property of Carroll H. Fowlkes).