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Lot 1166
New England Late Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Circa 1830, mahogany veneers, chestnut and white pine secondary, applied scrolled backsplash with applied brass rosettes above two recessed side-by-side glove drawers, the case with an upper projecting long drawer supported by fully turned spiral twist columns above three flush drawers, burl veneered upper stiles, raised on tall boldly turned legs with ball foot.

55.5 x 42.75 x 20.75 in.

A good example of all original features.

Shrinkage crack to right side of backsplash; wear and light scratching to top surfaces; no key; rear right leg with break and repair at joint; minor veneer chipping especially at drawer surround.