Walnut with mixed secondary woods, the chest somewhat resembles the form favored by Shakers with its clean simple lines, flush drawers, wooden peg knobs and trunnel construction. The intricate shaping of the front apron and the unusual formation of conical feet from the stiles gives this chest a unique profile.

42 x 38 x 18 in.

Purchased from Della Howell of Durham, North Carolina. It had descended in her family from Watauga County. The Estate Collection of the late W. Samuel Tarlton

Some staining to the top; upper back board a probable replacement.

$800 - 1,200